The Verdict
"Playdateis a bewildering mix of dated machismo, dull comedy, and chaotic action."
Movie Review and Other Insights
Playdate is a visionary Action, Comedy film directed by the acclaimed Luke Greenfield (Jason Benoit). Released in theaters on , this cinematic experience offers a fresh take on the classic narrative. Produced by Nickel City Pictures and distributed by Prime Video, the film features a runtime of 1h 33m.
The story follows when recently unemployed accountant Brian (Kevin James) agrees to a playdate with charismatic stay-at-home dad Jeff (Alan Ritchson) and their sons, he expects an easy afternoon of small talk and football tossing. Instead, he's thrust into a chaotic scramble to stay alive as they are pursued by a ruthless team of mercenaries. Brian stumbles through one ridiculous obstacle after another, his zero tactical skills a stark contrast to Jeff's oddly prepared demeanor. Director Luke Greenfield (Let's Be Cops, The Girl Next Door) hilariously collides suburban dad life with high-stakes thrills, transforming an ordinary afternoon into an absurd action-packed adventure where minivan mayhem meets professional hitmen. Leading the cast are star performers Luke Greenfield, Alan Ritchson, Kevin James, who bring depth and intensity to their roles.
Rated PG-13 for Some Drug References|Smoking|Sexual Material|Strong Language|Violence/Action, Playdate delivers a audio experience presented in a aspect ratio. Critics have praised the film, stating: "Playdateis a bewildering mix of dated machismo, dull comedy, and chaotic action."
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Critic Reviews
"The final act loses steam, but there’s comic lunacy here worthy of MacGruber."
"Playdate isn’t a movie. It’s a compendium of clichés in search of one. What’s even worse is that the clichés are so stale."
"It’s a remarkably stupid movie that thinks you’re remarkably stupid too"
"Commentary on fatherhood, toxic masculinity, and military culture can be found buried in this silly high-jinx buddy flick with nonstop action."
"Playdate is the worst movie of 2025 because it's so annoying. There is not one likeable character in the whole film."
"Ironically, the post credit gag reels show James and Ritchson having better chemistry just spontaneously playing off each other than most of the actual scripted segments. Maybe Playdate would have been better without a script?"
Audience Reviews
Stupid and predictable from the first scene onwards. My gut told me to bail out after 10 minutes but I kept watching for 15 more. Don't waste your time.
I don’t know why people is hating on this movie I watched it with my family and we absolutely loved it this movie was super funny and this movie definitely so much more love the the hate it’s getting which I don’t understand
This movie is supes funny. I liked it.
If you ever want to get rid of unwanted guests. Put this movie on and watch people leave quickly. This movie was beyond bad and we stopped watching ten minutes in. Minutes we will never get back.
I don’t know who allowed Playdate to escape whatever basement it was made in, but I need them arrested immediately. Kevin James spends the entire runtime wearing the expression of a man desperately searching for the exit sign of his own career, and honestly, I empathized on a spiritual level. Watching this film felt like being slapped across the face with a wet sock marinated in expired Capri Sun and then being told it was "cinema." Around the 30-minute mark I could genuinely feel my IQ leaking out of my ears like a faulty faucet, and by the time the credits rolled, I was left clutching my temples and whispering, "What happened?"
very unfunny and stupid movie. iam very disappointed.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Playdate released?
Playdate hit theaters on . It became available for streaming on Nov 12, 2025.
How long is the movie and what is the genre?
The film has a runtime of 1h 33m. It falls under the Action, Comedy genre, featuring a sound mix in .
Who is the director of Playdate?
The movie is directed by Luke Greenfield. The script was penned by Neil Goldman.
Who are the main actors in Playdate?
The top billed cast includes:
- Luke Greenfield as Director
- Alan Ritchson as Jeff Eamon
- Kevin James as Brian Jennings
- Benjamin Pajak as Lucas
- Alan Tudyk as Simon Maddox
Why is Playdate rated PG-13?
It is rated PG-13 (Some Drug References|Smoking|Sexual Material|Strong Language|Violence/Action)
Which studio produced the movie?
Playdate was produced by Nickel City Pictures and distributed worldwide by Prime Video.
About the movie
NEWWhen recently unemployed accountant Brian (Kevin James) agrees to a playdate with charismatic stay-at-home dad Jeff (Alan Ritchson) and their sons, he expects an easy afternoon of small talk and football tossing. Instead, he's thrust into a chaotic scramble to stay alive as they are pursued by a ruthless team of mercenaries. Brian stumbles through one ridiculous obstacle after another, his zero tactical skills a stark contrast to Jeff's oddly prepared demeanor. Director Luke Greenfield (Let's Be Cops, The Girl Next Door) hilariously collides suburban dad life with high-stakes thrills, transforming an ordinary afternoon into an absurd action-packed adventure where minivan mayhem meets professional hitmen.
- Director
- Luke Greenfield
- Producers
- Jason Benoit, Mark Fasano, Luke Greenfield, Sean Patrick O'Reilly
- Screenwriter
- Neil Goldman
- Distributor
- Prime Video
- Production
- Nickel City Pictures
- Genre
- Action, Comedy
- Run Time
- 1h 33m
- Rating
- PG-13