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Genres:
Comedy
Language:
English
Running time:
1:25:25
Partner rating:
R
Released:

Cast & Crew

Cast

  1. Will Ferrell Cam Brady
  2. Zach Galifianakis Marty Huggins
  3. Jason Sudeikis Mitch
  4. Dylan Mcdermott Tim Wattley
  5. John Lithgow Glenn Motch
  6. Dan Aykroyd Wade Motch
  7. Katherine La Nasa Rose Brady
  8. Sarah Baker Mitzi Huggins
  9. Brian Cox Raymond Huggins
  10. Karen Maruyama Mrs. Yao

Directors

  1. Jay Roach

Producers

  1. Will Ferrell
  2. Adam Mckay
  3. Jay Roach
  4. Zach Galifianakis

Writers

  1. Chris Henchy
  2. Shawn Harwell

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The Campaign

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Two powerful CEOs pit a blundering congressman against an unlikely political newcomer in order to seize control of a crucial North Carolina district in this satirical political comedy starring Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis. On the eve of an upcoming election, incumbent congressman Cam Brady (Ferrell) makes a misstep that threatens to end his career in politics. Recognizing the opportunity to gain influence in the aftermath of the public g... Two powerful CEOs pit a blundering congressman against an unlikely political newcomer in order to seize control of a crucial North Carolina district in this satirical political comedy starring Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis. On the eve of an upcoming election, incumbent congressman Cam Brady (Ferrell) makes a misstep that threatens to end his career in politics. Recognizing the opportunity to gain influence in the aftermath of the public gaffe, a pair of scheming CEOs handpick credulous tourism-center director Marty Huggins (Galifianakis) as Brady's political rival, quickly shaping him into a viable candidate with the help of a seasoned campaign manager. As Election Day draws near, Brady and Huggins cast ethics aside to engage in the brand of hysterical mud-slinging that's sent contemporary politics straight down the toilet. Jason Sudeikis, John Lithgow, and Brian Cox co-star.

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Reviews by Rotten Tomatoes

Scored 'fresh' by Rotten Tomatoes

65%Tomatometer score: 65% positive reviews from professional critics.

percent positive reviews

  1. Positive review
    Catherine Bray, Film4 Funny and entertaining, it's not a heavyweight contender, but who wants a heavyweight contender every time? – Full review External link
  2. Negative review
    Kate Muir, Times [UK] Perhaps one in ten of the jokes hits the mark; the rest are damp, childish squibs – Full review External link
  3. Positive review
    Peter Bradshaw, Guardian [UK] If you're solemnly looking for contemporary political observation, this isn't the film for you. But laughs come rolling off the production line a-plenty. – Full review External link
  4. Negative review
    Robbie Collin, Daily Telegraph More of the non sequitur jokes and shouting on which [Ferrell] has built a lucrative and long-lasting career. – Full review External link
  5. Negative review
    Hannah McGill, The List Hits an occasional vein of funny, but for the most part it's inescapably half-assed, largely relying for laughs on Ferrell's familiar schtick of delivering filth in deadpan tones. – Full review External link

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