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Little Nicky
2000 90 min United States of America PG-13 12+
★5.0
Comedy, Fantasy
Director: Steven Brill
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Description
After the lord of darkness decides he will not cede his throne to any of his three sons, the two most powerful of them escape to Earth to create a kingdom for themselves. This action closes the portal filtering sinful souls to Hell and causes Satan to wither away. He must send his most weak but beloved son, Little Nicky, to Earth to return his brothers to Hell.
Budget:
$85M
US Gross:
$39.46M
Worldwide:
$58.29M
Starring
Adam Sandler
Actor
Patricia Arquette
Actor
Harvey Keitel
Actor
Awards
Razzie Awards 2001
— Worst Actor
Razzie Awards 2001
— Worst Supporting Actress
Razzie Awards 2001
— Worst Director
Razzie Awards 2001
— Worst Screenplay
Razzie Awards 2001
— Worst Picture
MTV Movie & TV Awards 2001
— Best Supporting Performance
Key opinion
Little Nicky is a divisive cult comedy defined by its absurd, grotesque humor and high-budget production design. While critics often dismiss it for its juvenile tone and Adam Sandler's polarizing performance, many viewers find it a charming, nostalgic, and uniquely creative fantasy experience.
| Production | The film features a vibrant, imaginative production design that creates a memorable and distinct vision of Hell. | |
| Acting | The supporting cast, particularly the eclectic mix of cameos and side characters like the talking dog, frequently outshines the leads. | |
| Humor | The humor relies on wild, grotesque, and often juvenile absurdity that delights some audiences while alienating those seeking traditional comedy. | |
| Acting | Adam Sandler's performance is a major point of contention, with some viewers enjoying his committed physicality and others finding his speech patterns and mannerisms grating. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is viewed by many as thin or nonsensical, though supporters argue that the film’s charm lies in its daring, unconventional ideas rather than its narrative coherence. |