The House
When Scott and Kate Johansen’s daughter gets into the college of her dreams it’s cause for celebration. That is, until Scott and Kate learn that the scholarship they were counting on didn’t come through, and they’re now on the hook for tuition they can’t begin to afford. With the help of their friend and neighbor Frank also in need of a major payday they decide to open an illegal casino in his suburban house, risking everything together on a Vegas-style bacchanal where money flows, inhibitions are checked at the door, and all bets are off.
Critics Sentiment
The underground casino runs smoothly and gains more customers
Tommy Papouli invades and the house burns down completely
The film drops 3 points from its peak casino success to the house fire sequence as reviewers felt the escalation became ridiculous rather than funny
The House starts with a workable premise and builds to its comedic peak during the successful casino operation, where Ferrell and Poehler's chemistry shines. However, the film loses momentum in its final act as the plot becomes increasingly convoluted and the violence feels forced rather than comedic, leaving most viewers disappointed despite a few genuine laughs.
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Amy Poehler
Kate Johansen
Will Ferrell
Scott Johansen/The Butcher
Jason Mantzoukas
Frank
Ryan Simpkins
Alex Johansen
Nick Kroll
Bob Schaeffer
Allison Tolman
Dawn Mayweather
Rob Huebel
Officer Chandler
Christina Offley
Davida
Jessie Ennis
Rachel
Rory Scovel
Joe
Lennon Parham
Martha
Cedric Yarbrough
Reggie Henderson
Kyle Kinane
Garvey
Michaela Watkins
Raina
Gillian Vigman
Becky
Steve Zissis
Carl Shackler
Jeremy Renner
Tommy
Alexandra Daddario
Corsica
Andrea Savage
Laura
Andy Buckley
Craig
Crew
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