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Death to Smoochy (Widescreen Edition) [DVD]

Robin Williams (Actor), Edward Norton (Actor) Rated:
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Format: DVD
4.7 out of 5 stars 2,569 ratings
IMDb6.3/10.0
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Genre Kids & Family
Format Anamorphic, Color, Widescreen, NTSC, Closed-captioned, DVD
Contributor Danny Woodburn, Harvey Fierstein, Jon Stewart, Pam Ferris, Robin Williams, Craig Eldridge, Danny DeVito, Michael Rispoli, Judy White, Catherine Keener, Vincent Schiavelli, Adam Resnick, Edward Norton See more
Language English, French
Runtime 1 hour and 49 minutes

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Randolph Smiley (ROBIN WILLIAMS) has it all - as the costumed star of the highest rated kid's show on TV, "Rainbow Randolph" has a Manhattan penthouse, a Times Square billboard featuring his beloved character, cars , boats, horses and all the indulgence that celebrity brings. Until he get's caught by the Feds in an under the table bribe, busted and instantly reviled, Randolph is a star no more. Enter Sheldon Mopes (EDWARD NORTON) and his alter-ego "Smoochy", a puffy, fuscia rhinoceros. Smoochy is the perfect remedy for what ails the networks...Now it's Smoochy who's got the swanky penthouse, the Times Square billboard and the smooth-talking agent (DANNY DEVITO). Sheldon soon learns that children's television is a dangerous world steeped in corruption, back-stabbing and violence with his biggest problem being Rainbow Randolph. Broke and homeless, Randolph seeks revenge on the Rhino that stole his job and his house; he's convinced the foam rubber carpetbagger is the face of evil sent by the devil to destroy him and he will not sleep until Smoochy takes a permanent dirt nap.

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ R (Restricted)
  • Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.4 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches; 3.52 ounces
  • Director ‏ : ‎ Danny DeVito
  • Media Format ‏ : ‎ Anamorphic, Color, Widescreen, NTSC, Closed-captioned, DVD
  • Run time ‏ : ‎ 1 hour and 49 minutes
  • Actors ‏ : ‎ Robin Williams, Edward Norton, Catherine Keener, Danny DeVito, Jon Stewart
  • Subtitles: ‏ : ‎ English, Spanish, French
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English (Dolby Digital 5.1), French (Dolby Digital 5.1), Unqualified (DTS ES 6.1)
  • Studio ‏ : ‎ Warner Home Video
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00006CXI1
  • Writers ‏ : ‎ Adam Resnick
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 2,569 ratings

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Customers find the movie very funny, with lines that are laugh-out-loud hilarious, and they appreciate the dark comedy style. The cast delivers excellent performances, and one customer notes the non-stop twists and surprises in the plot. While customers consider it a cult classic, some mention it's probably not suitable for kids.

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105 customers mention "Movie quality"89 positive16 negative

Customers find the movie amazing and worth watching, with one customer noting it's one of Robin Williams' best performances.

"...I had seen the trailer on TV, and it looked so oddball, out of the ordinary, with a nice cast, directed by Danny DeVito, I decided I had to see it...." Read more

"...The movie looks amazing with its restoration and Shout did its thing with cramming whatever extras in it...." Read more

"...as expected, Edward Norton goes toe-to-toe with him in a very nuanced performance. The rest of the cast is also perfect...." Read more

"...DVD extras are excellent and exemplary...." Read more

104 customers mention "Humor"96 positive8 negative

Customers find the movie very funny, particularly appreciating its dark comedy elements and Robin Williams' performance.

"...The movie is full of great writing, lots of memorable lines, most from Williams, "SAFAAAAAAAAAAARI!", "It's small but it's fierce!", "..." Read more

"...However, it became a cult classic and became a favorite of dark comedy fans mostly thanks to Robin Williams' insanity on screen as disgraced kids..." Read more

"...to uniformly bad reviews, 'Death to Smoochy' now comes across as a comedy classic...." Read more

"...DVD extras are excellent and exemplary. There is a very good commentary track with DeVito and DP Michos; a largely unnarrated 7-1/2 minute behind-the..." Read more

35 customers mention "Cast"35 positive0 negative

Customers praise the cast's performance, particularly Robin Williams, who delivers a wonderful portrayal.

"...trailer on TV, and it looked so oddball, out of the ordinary, with a nice cast, directed by Danny DeVito, I decided I had to see it...." Read more

"...The rest of the cast is also perfect. Overall, the feel is of a fairy tale gone very, very wrong...." Read more

"...The supporting cast is stellar -- Catherine Keener, Harvey Fierstein, Jon Stewart, Danny DeVito, Vincent Schiavelli, Pam Farris and more...." Read more

"...Edward Norton is great and Robin Williams is hilarious." Read more

16 customers mention "Story quality"16 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the movie's story, finding it great fun from start to finish, with one customer noting its non-stop twists and surprises.

"...The movie is full of great writing, lots of memorable lines, most from Williams, "SAFAAAAAAAAAAARI!", "It's small but it's fierce!", "..." Read more

"...largely unnarrated 7-1/2 minute behind-the-scenes documentary; 10 additional scenes; bloopers; 3 trailers; lots of stills, including Smoochy's post-..." Read more

"...seems to slow down a little, but for the most part, it's great fun from start to finish...." Read more

"Complete sleeper hit, with an all-star cast and unforgettable moments that will have you chuckling to yourself years later. Must-watch!" Read more

13 customers mention "Dark content"13 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the dark content of the movie.

"...The cinematography is fantastic and it has a powerful cast. It's dark, but funny. I love it." Read more

"I absolutely adore this film. It's a massive, dark, sparkling comedic masterpiece...." Read more

"This movie is both dark and funny but without all of the annoying types of plot twists that a lot of movies have." Read more

"...Tons of cameos make it fun too. Soo dark." Read more

6 customers mention "Value for money"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the movie reasonably priced, with one noting it's worth its weight in platinum.

"...sense of humor, chances are that you'll find this DVD to be worth its weight in platinum...." Read more

"...Haven't seen this in years, glad I rented it, so worth it." Read more

"...getting very hard to find so I'm glad I got a good used copy for a fair price. It still baffles me how this film did so poorly in theaters...." Read more

"I had this movie years ago on VHS...was happy to find it at a very reasonable price. Arrived quickly too!" Read more

15 customers mention "Cult classic appeal"9 positive6 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the movie's cult classic appeal, with some appreciating it while others note it's probably not suitable for children.

"...However, it became a cult classic and became a favorite of dark comedy fans mostly thanks to Robin Williams' insanity on screen as disgraced kids..." Read more

"...Caveat: Inappropriate viewing for kids due to violence and foul language. DVD extras are excellent and exemplary...." Read more

"...I wish I could tell more about it, but it is a kind of cult classic for my kids." Read more

"...THIS IS NOT A MOVIE FOR KIDS! Have some popcorn, don't take anything to seriously and have a good laugh with Robin Williams!" Read more

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  • Richard R
    5.0 out of 5 stars Death to Smoochy is one of a kind
    Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2014
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    I saw Death to Smoochy when it was released in movie theatres. I had seen the trailer on TV, and it looked so oddball, out of the ordinary, with a nice cast, directed by Danny DeVito, I decided I had to see it. I wasn't missing this. When I saw it, the theatre didn't have many people in it. I went with a friend, who was somewhat interested in seeing the movie, he didn't mind the cast, and when he heard I was going, he didn't argue, he figured he'd give it a shot, and we went to see the movie.

    The first few minutes of the movie, I was a bit worried, with Rainbow Randolph dancing around on the kiddie show... That didn't last too long, until the comedy picked up, and the tone changed. We had a great time, from start to finish.

    The basic plot is Rainbow Randolph loses his well paying job as a kid's television host (Not the same way Pee-Wee lost his), the network has problems finding a replacement since all the other stars are elsewhere or have their own problems, so the network decides they have to start with something fresh. The rest of the movie involves Rainbow Randolph trying to get his show back, and Smoochy, new to TV, figuring out exactly how kid's TV really works behind the scenes.

    I can't say I'm surprised the movie did poorly at the box office, however I'm surprised it did as poor as it did. The subject may have turned people off, or had been a bit too odd for someone to even want to give it a chance. About the only time I hear people have heard of Death to Smoochy, is because Henry Rollins has talked in stand-up and such about how he auditioned for a role in the movie, but didn't get the part, and how he felt he would have done the role better.

    The movie is full of great writing, lots of memorable lines, most from Williams, "SAFAAAAAAAAAAARI!", "It's small but it's fierce!", "It was an accident", "You bring the hammer?", "Somebody touched my ass!", etc..

    The movie is not perfect, it has a few lulls here are there, but not many movies can keep such a pace. The characters in the movie are all pretty well thought out, and they're over-the-top in a way that's fitting for a movie titled, "Death to Smoochy".

    Death to Smoochy is one of a kind. It made a big impression on me in 2002. It's one of the better movies I've seen in the past 15 years.

    I am surprised since Robin Williams died, no place, that I've noticed, has mentioned this movie. It's a shame, too. I think it's a great adult comedy that he starred in. The movie allowed Robin Williams to do his thing with the character, and I can't imagine anyone else playing the part of Rainbow F^#$@** Randolph. It wouldn't have been the same film without Robin Williams.
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  • Dent K.
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best dark comedies, Rainbow Randolph and Smoochy finally bring the Ice show to Blu-Ray.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2024
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    Death to Smoochy was an underrated 2002 dark comedy about the seedy and corrupt underbelly of children's television. Directed by the always talented Danny Devito and sporting a great cast, the film infamously was a major box office flop and quickly forgotten. However, it became a cult classic and became a favorite of dark comedy fans mostly thanks to Robin Williams' insanity on screen as disgraced kids show host Rainbow Randolph. Edward Norton plays the dorky Smoochy perfectly, Katherine Kenner John Stewart, Harvey Fierstein, Devito and others deliver an insane laugh fest with everything from rocket cookies, Irish mobsters, "special" co-hosts, goose steppers, ice shows, sing-a-longs and smack addicts.

    Shout finally released this on BR as this only had one DVD release in the early 2000s. The movie was the middle chapter in Robin Williams famous dark trilogy sandwiched between Insomnia and One Hour Photo (though none of the movies are connected). The movie looks amazing with its restoration and Shout did its thing with cramming whatever extras in it. There are three new interviews though the only actor interviewed was Danny Woodburn who played Randloph's and Smoochy's side kick Angelo. The only other extras are old ones ripped right from the DVD release like audio commentary by Devito.

    Overall if you ever wanted to watch this hidden gem, this is the best way to watch out there. So if you love dark comedies, kids shows, or Robin Williams being unleashed you'll have a ball. Enjoy this with a loved one, sit back and remember that wonderful little Smoochy song "My stepdad is not mean, he's just adjusting".
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  • Brian P. Nestor
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Film to Offend (Practically) Everyone
    Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2024
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    I completely skipped this when it first came out due to uniformly bad reviews, 'Death to Smoochy' now comes across as a comedy classic. This is mostly due to the loss of Robin Williams, who gets a showcase for his more earthy side here. Do NOT mis-interpret this as a movie for children, as it revels in very questionable taste. From crooked kids' television show hosts to a woman with a mascot fetish - even taking a swipe at 'Raging Bull' - this one aims to push buttons. The initial negative reviews demonstrate how well it achieved those goals.
    While Robin Williams is as over-the-top maniacally great as expected, Edward Norton goes toe-to-toe with him in a very nuanced performance. The rest of the cast is also perfect. Overall, the feel is of a fairy tale gone very, very wrong. Yet it also becomes, against all expectations, a feel-good movie. If you are in the mood for something funny but challenging, this is perfect!
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  • Mr. R. W. Graham
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Smoochy Show
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 25, 2019
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    Children's TV show host Rainbow Randolph is fired after a corruption and bribery scandal and replaced with the squeaky clean Sheldon Mopes and his purple dinosaur act Smoochy. A bitter and twisted Randolph then decides to get revenge and kill Smoochy. Dark and twisted and absolutely hilarious, this comedy gem is one of Robin Williams best comic performances and one of his most underrated films with excellent performances too from Edward Norton as Sheldon, Catherine Keener as a Network executive and Danny DeVito who also directs as a sleazy agent, the type of role that Danny DeVito can do in his sleep but it's still fun to see and it's also his best film as a director. A razor sharp satire on the cutthroat world of children's TV, a huge flop at the time of release in 2002 but perhaps audiences just didn't get the joke or like Robin Williams in such a dark role, his attempts to kill Sheldon coming across like a live action Road Runner cartoon. A cult comedy classic.
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  • Justin Pine
    5.0 out of 5 stars I'm going on a safari, *Censored* SAH-FAR-I!
    Reviewed in Canada on September 28, 2024
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    I remember watching (and owning) this movie on VHS when it came out. For a movie with such big named stars attached to it, I don't recall there being a lot of promotion for it. That ended up working it for it though, because it has since become a cult hit.

    Robin Williams was espically hilarious in this movie, and it was made during the time he was taking "darker" film roles like "One Hour Photo" and "Insomnia" for example.

    I highly recommed this movie to anyone who likes the more black comedies, fans of Robin Williams (R.I.P) or anyone looking to sit down and watch a hilarious (and twisted) movie.

    The Audio and Video where amazing, but of course would expect nothing less from Shout!
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  • meerkat
    4.0 out of 5 stars Let's go to smoochy's magic jungle!
    Reviewed in Japan on April 20, 2003
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    ファイトクラブ、アメリカンヒストリーX。ノートンの代表作は、クールで狂気に満ち溢れている。
    だけど、忘れちゃいけないのが、僕たちのアナバナナや、世界中がアイラブユー。
    ノートンは、クールなだけじゃない。スイートな部分も、あわせもっていて、正反対の個性で、私たちを楽しませてくれる。
    そして、このDeath to smoochyでは、バーニーを思わせる着ぐるみで、ハッピーな歌を披露している。しかし、“スイート”だけかと思えば、彼の命を狙う
    ロビンウィリアムスに追われながら、“クール”な面も見せる。つまり、この映画は、ノートンの個性を凝縮した作品なのだ！ダニーデビートが脇を固め、「可愛い！」と叫びたくなるピンクの着ぐるみとは裏腹に、シニカルな笑いを誘う。ブラックコメディ好き＆ノートン溺愛ファンは必見！
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  • RS
    5.0 out of 5 stars if you like a dark satirical comedy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 24, 2014
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    Frigging HILARIOUS! honestly, if you like a dark satirical comedy, check it out.

    I bought it recently, after Robin Williams passed away, to share it with my boyfriend who had never seen it. He laughed loads and was chuffed we've got our own copy now :)
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  • xxcabalxx
    5.0 out of 5 stars Für mich eine Art Klassiker
    Reviewed in Germany on March 14, 2015
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    Der Film lebt halt von seinem schrägen Humor und der Leistung der Schauspieler. Robin Williams- toll, Edward Norton , herrlich naiv.
    Ich finde den Film auf eine schräge Art ganz Zauberhaft ggg
    Ist aber definitiv nichts für jeden.... sagen wir mal - ein Hang zum Britischem Humor kann hier nicht schaden.
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