I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry
Firefighters Chuck Ford and Larry Valentine are guy's guys, loyal to the core—which is why when widower Larry asks Chuck to pose as his lover so that he can get domestic partner benefits for his kids, his buddy agrees. However, things get dicey when a bureaucrat comes calling, and the boys are forced to present a picture of domestic bliss.
Critics Sentiment
Fellow firefighters abandon them but Fred reveals his homosexuality
Chuck and Larry marry at Canadian wedding chapel
The film jumps from its lowest point with Rob Schneider's offensive Asian minister portrayal to stronger dramatic moments when the social themes gain traction.
The film starts as a standard Sandler comedy with mixed reception, hitting its lowest point with offensive stereotypes before recovering when the supporting cast, particularly Ving Rhames and Kevin James, bring dramatic weight to the social themes. While critics appreciated the positive message about acceptance and James's vulnerable performance, most felt the film unsuccessfully tried to balance crude humor with serious commentary about homophobia and prejudice.
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Adam Sandler
Chuck Levine
Kevin James
Larry Valentine
Jessica Biel
Alex McDonough
Dan Aykroyd
Captain Tucker
Ving Rhames
Duncan
Steve Buscemi
Clinton Fitzer
Nicholas Turturro
Renaldo Pinera
Allen Covert
Steve
Rachel Dratch
Benefits Supervisor
Richard Chamberlain
Councilman Banks
Nick Swardson
Kevin McDonough
Blake Clark
Crazy Homeless Man
Mary Pat Gleason
Teresa
Matt Winston
Glen Aldrich
Lance Bass
Band Leader
Dave Matthews
Salesman
Dan Patrick
NY Cop
Rob Corddry
Jim the Protestor
Robert Smigel
Mailman
Richard Kline
Mr. Auerbach
Crew
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