Tower Heist

  • 2011


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$ 152 Million
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Positive Reviews 114
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Average Rating 3.1/5
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3.0
In the end, Tower Heist isnt a black Oceans Eleven or a bold leap forward for feature film distribution, just a passable piece of commercial entertain .. Av Club
4.5
Its an undemanding post financial disaster comedy with an underlying theme that isnt dissimilar to last years The Other Guys both films see a white co .. Den Of Geek
2.0
For a movie that claims its heart is with the masses the 99 percent! theres an awful lot of production design admiration lavished on the trappings of .. EW
4.0
Nor from the usual cliches of action movies.But the film is certainly entertaining enough to be an escape from daily life. Common Sense Media
2.5
There is a certain large scale Hollywood charm, mainly in the cockamamie action sequences; among these, a climax set during Macys Thanksgiving Day Par .. Indie Wire
1.5
The big budget pic goes wonky on the way to the bank, due to its lackluster pacing and shortage of the qualities that typically earn stars Ben Stiller .. Variety
3.8
It may not be the smartest or even the funniest film of the year, but it does feature one very entertaining ensemble that makes for a great ride. We Got This Covered
4.5
A constitutionally glib director, Brett Ratner (the Rush Hour series) is nonetheless a professional: Hes made a lean and likable action comedy that mo .. Austin Chronicle
3.0
Still, thats the price of unashamed escapism, and though its hard to get excited by this amiable potboiler, Tower Heist is so at home with its limitat .. Time Out
1.3
But its dead hollow amusement thats offered by Brett Ratners latest, a bland, schematic contrivance of a class comedy that never elicits any responses ..
3.1
Tower Heist is an improbably satisfying action comedy, the kind of wax on wax off, slickly machined Hollywood widget that meets its audiences expectat ..
2.5
The blend of star talent isnt always smooth, but coupled with a recession themed storyline it could give this Brett Ratner directed caper enough broad .. Screen Daily
4.5
And if the film isnt as great as it could have been, well theres that, but its just good enough. Collider
3.5
This smoothly engineered crowd pleaser should fulfill its function just fine through Thanksgiving and beyond. The Hollywood Reporter
3.5
A constitutionally glib director, Brett Ratner (the Rush Hour series) is nonetheless a professional: Hes made a lean and likable action comedy that mo ..
3.1
This movie would fall to pieces if it didnt hurtle headlong through its absurdist plot without ever pausing for explanations. Rogerebert
2.0
The trouble is that these brief highlights only serve to further underline the rest of the films failings. E Film Critic
3.0
The movies brash, forgettable fun no Oceans 11, but a darn sight better than Oceans 12. Telegraph
3.0
Tower Heist might not be a classic (its not), but at least for a little while it will make you laugh instead of cry about the current state of affairs ..
2.5
But as Pixar and the Oceans movies and some other truly good popcorn has taught us, theres a way to be everything to everybody and actually be good to .. Cinema Blend
3.0
Isnt it time for some enterprising studio publicist to set up a movie screen at Zuccotti Park.First Margin Call exposed the dark night of a financiers .. Ny Daily News
3.5
Its a fun heist flick and a great showcase for Murphy, Pena and Broderick. JoBlo
3.1
The latest comedy action film from director Brad Ratner (the Rush Hour trilogy, X Men: The Last Stand) is a shaggy affair, but its intermittently insp .. The Globe And Mail
3.1
Everybody wants the financial crisis and its party guest that wont leave recession to be over, but now Im especially anxious for the economy to right .. Philly
3.8
Night Comes On director talks about shooting in Philly, and falling in love with the city.Night Comes On director talks about shooting in Philly, and .. Philly
3.0
Josh Kovacs (Ben Stiller) is the General Manager at the Tower, a prestigious Manhattan residential building.He takes care of all the peculiar needs of .. Spirituality And Practice
2.0
While never reaches comedic heights, the cast offers enough incidental pleasures along the way to make it an amiable, if inconsequential, ride. One Guys Opinion
3.5
But Tower Heist deserves credit as a clean, well turned job, fleet and funny and inconsequential. Village Voice
3.8
Tower Heist is a winning Robin Hood and his Merry Doormen comedy about getting even.A cast of comedy specialists each deliver their comic specialties .. Rogers Movie Nation
2.0
There was no way to take any of this seriously and the last half of the film could have been better executed, or at least better thought out, but ther .. Sover
2.5
Whether suffused with tension or laced with humor, the heist movie has enjoyed enduring appeal since the heyday of film noir. ReelViews
2.0
In fact, long stretches of the picture are devoted to the motivation and execution of the central crime, with laughs stuffed into the pockets of the s .. Blu Ray
3.8
Tower Heist (2011) 3 Stars (out of 4) Tweet Hoods and Services By Jeffrey M. Anderson I have long maintained the idea that director Brett Ratner sold .. Combust Ible Celluloid
2.0
Brett Ratner (Rush Hour and its sequels) directed; with Tea Leoni and Judd Hirsch. Chicago Reader
2.5
This would be fine if the screenplay and Ratner maintained the sense of humor once the scheme starts. Mark Reviews Movies
2.0
Alda is a believable Wall St. snake, but its a straight role.Hirsch is wasted.
2.5
Give them stolen merchandise and let them sell it.None of the offenses are cinematic felonies. Usa Today
2.5
Ratners inability to appropriately juggle the many, many characters and their respective plotlines results in a distinctly unfocused vibe, and its tha .. Reel Film Reviews
3.0
There are a few scenes where his fast talking hoodlum character is funny, sharp, and interesting enough that you think, Wow, Eddie Murphy is back! Eric Ds Nider
3.0
Overall though, its the mismatch of criminal minds that raises the entertainment value. Radio Times
3.5
I cant say I had high hopes for the flick going in, but I found it quite a bit of fun for its 100 some minute runtime. Screen It
3.1
Director Brett Ratner doesnt exactly tie up loose ends; the whole movie is loose ends. Rolling Stone
2.0
The film has a lively, snappy tone thats never quite as funny as it thinks it is. Shadows On The Wall
2.0
The Nature of Imitation is the sound of Dorian Concept systematically deconstructing various genres, stripping them back to the bones underneath and t .. Pop Matters
2.5
It takes a cast this talented to flesh out such meager characterizations. The Wrap
3.0
Consequently, youre expecting a dazzlingly clever final flourish but it never comes and the actual ending is ultimately vaguely underwhelming (it also .. View London
3.0
If this film turns out to be a big success, malls everywhere may want to hire more security. Cs Monitor
4.4
There are no pompous speeches about greed or tendentious denunciations of capitalism, just slick, precision built entertainment.This movie doesnt get .. New York Post
3.0
Boasting a strong cast and a reasonably credible plot, the film should do well with moviegoers out for an undemanding time. Film Journal International ..
3.8
But Brett Ratners blast of an action comedy truly brings out the best in Eddie Murphy, something many of us may have forgotten even existed. Boston
3.5
Time will tell whether this is a rebirth or merely a throwback, but he picks this generic crime comedy clean. Npr
3.8
This is surely the comedy cast of the year.Stiller is the vulnerable, understated balance to Murphys high wire exuberance. Star Tribune
4.5
His Rush Hour movies are some of the worst examples of revolting modern minstrel shows and incoherent action.
3.0
by Brett Ratner is an unabashedly commercial filmmaker, who has no pretensions to creating cinematic artor thematic depth.He tends to make rather shal .. Emanuellevy
3.0
The movie takes half an hour to get going, the heist of the fraudsters hidden cash coincides with Macys Thanksgiving Day parade in New York, and its a .. Guardian
2.0
The screenplay credits boast a remarkable eight names; thats an awful lot of cooks for this broth. Guardian
3.5
While the films ending may not satisfy some viewers, Tower Heist proves once again that well made movies about payback can be very entertaining. Reel Talk Reviews
2.5
This is a heist caper flick for viewers who found Oceans Eleven and its sequels too boring. Salon
3.5
The combined efforts of this fine ensemble cast make Tower Heist go down easier than it otherwise might, but the films potential as a buddy comedy is .. Slate
3.0
In fact, its Aldas smarm offensive that turns out to be the primary pleasure.Fun if uneven stuff from Ratner. Empire
4.0
Brilliantly executed with hilarious ideas and a first class cast, Tower Heist is a sparkling and original caper with plenty of laughs and sure fire en ..
3.5
Susan Grangers review of Tower Heist (Universal Pictures) As comedy capers go, this battle of wits satisfies, primarily because its more caper than co .. Susang Ranger
2.5
What counts is safety in numbersactors mustering together to lend bulk and momentum to a tale that they know to be dumb.The difference is that in 1974 .. New Yorker
3.0
Given all the great ingredients the lively story and crackerjack comic cast you also expect it to be funnier. Express
3.8
The humors not subtle; a lot of its misogynous and fairly coarse. Chicago Tribune
3.0
It has a mentality fitting of its working class victims; keep your head down, get the job done, and dont be a show off. Bullz-Eye
4.5
On top of all the juicily satisfying fury, the actual heist stuff is clever and original (if completely preposterous and almost certainly physically i .. Flickfilosopher
2.5
But why shouldnt a big budget film with A list talent provide a great entertainment experience Blogs Indie Wire
2.0
Alda shines as the devious capitalist, but theres not enough meat to the movies social commentary for it to qualify as a satire. Las Vegas Weekly
3.0
8 things to watch out for this week Feature Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 multiplayer beta debuts on PS4, Monster Hunter World hits PC and Better Call Sau .. Total Film
3.8
In its appreciation for the basic dignity and inherent rights of all hard workers, the picture comes in the tradition of grand social dramas such as N .. The Atlantic
5.0
With Ben Stiller as the glue, this is a throwback to old fashioned Hollywood movies that are simply funny. Tony Medley
2.0
Fast paced and fluffy, Tower Heist is a spectacle laden comedy with widespread appeal. Coles Mithey
3.1
The movie moves well, had plenty of bright spots and never bores, and by the time it was over I couldnt help but smile. Movie Freak
3.0
So what if its sheer petty escapist enjoyment Tower Heist delivers the laughs in desperate times. Detroit News
3.5
The Bottom Line: Tower Heist isnt the funniest comedy youre likely to see this year, nor is it exactly rocket science in terms of storytelling, but th ..
2.5
The picture slides down the gullet like greasy spoon fare, except its neither taste ful nor filling. Groucho Reviews
3.0
It feels like theyve got all the moves right leading up to it, and they know how it should work, but it just doesnt quite get there. Hit Fix
3.8
It exists simply to entertain, to milk an irresistible concept for all its worth. Aisle Seat
3.5
I wont say more, except to note if you dont like heights (that would be me), youll find this sequence both excruciating and funny.Will you believe any .. Movie Habit
3.5
It drags a bit in the middle, and theres about five percent of the script that never recovered from the script doctoring scars inflicted in the past f .. 7M Pictures
3.0
This is a popcorn movie, plain and simple, evoking a number of other movies along the way, but generally letting its strong ensemble cast go to work. Maki At The Movies
4.0
A film that carefully fleshes out its subjects before building scene after scene of increasingly clever lunacy.
3.0
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3.8
From start to finish the movie is enjoyable and the cast is likable. Three Movie Buffs
2.0
As far as sophisticated caper flicks go, Tower Heist is oceans away from George Clooneys crew... Yet in a movie filled with diversion tactics, Ratner .. Tamp A Bay
2.5
But wait, Arthur recalls Bernie Madoffanyone else surprised director/master of subtlety Brett Ratner (Rush Hour) didnt want to name the character Erni .. Red Eye Chicago
2.5
All of this is to say that Tower Heist winds up being a poor mans Oceans Eleven. Stl Today
2.0
Tower Heist promises a cracking spectacle, but resembles one in the same way as an egg placed too precipitately in boiling water. Ft
3.1
The films themes are timely, yes, but director Brett Ratner mostly cares about surface details. Dustin Put Man
4.4
A funny, if farfetched, revenge fantasy for folks bilked by the likes of Bernie Madoff. News Blaze
4.0
A shamelessly crowd pleasing film that may not take comedy to new heights but does not need to when its just very, very funny. The Sun
3.5
Tower Heist is an entertaining crime comedy that features solid popcorn filmmaking from Brett Ratner and a big time cast having fun. Matts Movie Reviews
3.8
If youre a fan of anyone in this film, then theres a pretty darn good chance youll find yourself having enjoyed yourself by the time the closing credi ..
4.4
Even at a running time of nearly 2 hours, Cherkess still manages to be a sweeping and captivating film that offers both style and substance. Nyc Movie Guru
3.1
But the FTC should investigate Tower Heist for false advertising, since it never offers a Sting like fraud or swindle worthy of the second word in its .. Js Online
3.0
Some will find one liners to stimulate their funny bones, but given its derivative quality, Brett Ratners movie can never excite the imagination like .. Shockya
4.0
While X Men: The Last Stand, Red Dragon, and the Rush Hour trilogy all performed amiably at the box office, its been a bumpy critical ride for music v .. Sky
2.0
There is enough in Ratners film to bring back good memories of better movies, but nothing to make it particularly memorable in its own right. Sbs
4.0
Where the film falls down, if anywhere, is in its confusion about what kind of movie it wants to be.Is it a heist movie The Shiz Nit
3.8
Its certainly a damn sight more entertaining than the summers superhero attractions. Bitly
3.8
Tower Heist isnt a movie that asks a lot of its viewers; this isnt the tightly plotted, ingeniously coordinated heist that makes a great caper film un .. No La
3.1
Once again, it reminds us the rich are different from you and me and, when they live in the penthouse, they have a lot farther to fall. Post Gazette
4.5
A timely action comedy caper whose undertow of blue collar bitterness and anger will strike a chord with anyone whos fallen foul of these credit crunc .. What So
3.5
But the laughs prevail, thanks to a cast thats sharp beyond the call of PG 13 entertainment. reason
4.5
When Murphy is on screen, Tower Heist really sizzles. But even when Murphy isnt around, Tower Heist is still good enough to satisfy moviegoers looking .. Bowling Green Daily News
2.0
Any resemblance between the crime comedy Tower Heist and, say, The Anderson Tapes, The Hot Rock or The Taking of Pelham One Two Three are solely in th .. Wsj
3.8
The characters are far more interesting than the actual heist that eats up the final portion of the film, so its a good thing were allowed to spend pl .. Clclt
3.0
Something from the comical corner of the Recession Special factory. East Bay Express
3.8
What we end up with is a film that will have you laughing all the way through while at the same time reminding you that some talent never goes away, i ..
2.0
Rollicking car chases, colorful carousing in tropical settings, psychedelics jags with outlandish special effects: It should be just what the Doctor o .. Ny Mag
3.0
Yet filled with twists and turns at every corner and including lots of humor, Tower Heist is thoroughly entertaining. Review Express
2.0
Resolving to steal back the money from Shaws secret safe, what follows is a blue collar Oceans Eleven that is about as by the numbers as can be, despi .. Fan The Fire Magazine
3.0
But certainly not one helmed by Ratner.Hes a grab bag director who understands how to string big elements (like actors and scenarios) together but doe .. Entertainment Time
3.5
TV movie of the week funny. You wont laugh out loud. Or even that much, but at least youll laugh. Tri City Herald
4.0
Part heist film, part comedy, Tower Heist is an enjoyable ride that boasts no less than five Oscar nominees among the cast. Media Mikes
2.5
It sometimes comes close, but the script and the jokes are a tad too predictable. Theepoch Times
3.8
genially absurd, gently cathartic, and slightly stale Brett Ratner caper... Boston Phoenix
3.0
So, many other mediocre comedies of its genre can only thank it for its weakness. Reel Talk Online
3.0
The fun becomes a little ordinary, but the likeability of the cast keeps it entertaining. The Scorecard Review
4.5
The characters are grounded in reality, so the plot doesnt always have to be. Dark Horizons
3.5
As a special message from me to Eddie Murphy...man, I really missed you. Welcome back. Need Coffee
3.1
But unlike the protestors, who perhaps take themselves a bit too seriously, Tower Heist doesnt take anything seriously, and thats where the similariti .. The Dispatch (Lexington, N ..
3.0
Its a middle of the road comedy in which the good outweighs the bad. Mac Guff
2.5
What should have felt effortless and light, though, often comes off as laborious. Miami
2.0
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2.0
Made me laugh and held my interest more than it should have, given how sloppy it is. Call it an acceptable bit of B minus work from a C student. Film.com
2.0
The 99 percent get to pay $10 to watch a member of the 1 percent pretend to steal back their money. Whos laughing their way to the bank now Metro Times
2.5
...things take a turn for the worse during the heist itself, as more and more ridiculous elements and obstacles turn up, and Ratner fails to sell them .. MSN Movies
2.0
The movie is an uninspired rehash of caper movie tropes that tries to be quirky only to fail.
2.5
We could use a lot more Leoni (any movie could use more Leoni) and the conclusion feels awkwardly tacked on, but it is timely and fun. Movie Mom
3.0
Perhaps even more surprising than the fact Ratner has delivered a good film is that its got heart. Standard Net Au
2.5
His direction seems extra feeble due to the weak script.The action sequences lack imagination. Dwight Brown Ink
3.0
Honestly, this is a Ben Stiller movie and Murphy is just coming along for the ride. Sa Current
2.0
Its as if an all star gang of would be crooks got together to rip off...moviegoers. Blog Oregonlive
3.0
Tower Heist succeeds because of Eddie Murphys snarky performance, and fun turns from the rest of the cast. But the heist itself is a little dumb and t .. Blu Ray Ign
4.4
The term crowd pleaser is usually meant as a bad thing, something thats trying to be all things to all people. Host Madison
2.0
Flukes of timing aside, everything about the patently phony Tower Heist is all flash, no substance. New York Metro Mix
1.5
In the age of Apatow, an old fashioned caper comedy like Tower Heist might have proved an entertaining novelty. 7 Dvt
3.0
The story about a rich man in a Manhattan skyscraper ripping off his employees feels economically fresh. Birmingham Mail
1.5
The movie doesnt want to bite the hand that feeds, it just wants to make nice. Play Boy
3.8
A throwback to the class conscious wish fulfillment comedies of the Depression, this goofy escapist farce is more useful than the earnest Margin Call .. Commercial Appeal (Memphis ..
3.0
Its lighthearted touch is a welcome balm for the wounds of a real world where economic downturns dont always come with such an uplifting, smiles all a .. American Profile
4.0
Could Eddie Murphy be getting his comeback Just maybe with this comical heist! Jo Reviews
3.0
Even though Tower Heist presents nothing new in terms of story and cant always sustain its energetic pace, it does provide a lot of action and plenty .. The Reel Deal
3.8
It might not be a detailed heist movie, and Tower Heist might not be perfect, but it is perfectly funny.
2.0
Eddie Murphy reignites his inner firecracker in Tower Heist, a middling comedy caper that cant match its stars focus. Dallas News
3.1
Tower Heist is a fluff piece, an enjoyable date night flick during which you can ... enjoy 99 minutes of fantasizing about how you would procure the c .. Jc Online
3.5
But theyre fine, as silly as they are we wont say much here, but the best one involves people and one heavy object dangling from the top of a New York .. Jackson Ville
2.5
But its roots in the action crime buddy comedies of the 1980s and early 90s are what make the Brett Ratner directed film, at its best, moderately ente .. Sign On Sandiego
3.0
The characters are drawn so thin, and the actors given so little of substance in the script, that its hard to care about their plight. Maki At The Movies Blogspo ..
2.0
Established interpersonal relationships and character quirks are quickly forgotten as Ratner powers ahead with the heist, but even here his disdain fo .. Time Of India
3.1
A by the numbers underdog sports movie, but as a female athlete who benefited from the national attention that team brought to female athletes, I embr .. Atlantic City Weekly
4.0
No, its not A Beautiful Mind, but its a wildly entertaining and funny movie. Ladue News
3.8
Its worth viewing because its hopefully the start of Murphys comeback to the echelon of great comedians. BlackFilm.com
2.5
Eddie Murphy returns to comedic form in Tower Heist but his character, and the movie in general, lose their sense of humor. Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) ..
3.0
Stiller and Murphy would seem to be a perfect comedic paring, the wild elasticity and chaos of Murphy reacting with Stillers live wire paranoia.It nev .. Yahoo Movies
3.3
If not for the unfortunate heist of the third act, this Ben Stiller/Eddie Murphy action comedy would have found itself laughing all the way to the ban ..
2.0
For everyone who has been duped by Wall Street or hit hard by the economy, Tower Heist delivers the fantasy that you can get your revenge. BET.com
4.0
Tower Heist is a wildly entertaining and mildly hilarious crime comedy. Cinema Clips
3.5
Director Brett Ratner and screenwriters Ted Griffin and Jeff Nathanson never really kick the action out of tame screwball comedy territory, despite th .. Ticket Sarasota
4.4
A funny, if farfetched, revenge fantasy for folks bilked by the likes of Bernie Madoff. Aalbc It
3.0
Its a story you can really get behind without much investment, however flawed or foolhardy, to see a comeuppance dished out to a new global pariah. Real.com
2.0
Theres really no reason to go see Tower Heist when you can watch Oceans Eleven on TNT again. Upper More Land
3.0
The production overall is breezy and fun, with a nonstop pace after the first half hour. That is when the action really kicks in. The on location film .. Video Review Master
3.0
The rest of the cast doesnt really have much to their characters. Ignorant Bliss
1.5
Its kind of weird to say this but, I think Rush Hour 3 may have had more suspense Dig Boston
3.0
Neither the best nor the worst of its genre, Tower Heist ranks as one of those amusing trifles that provide an undeniable, but ultimately temporary, e ..



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