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For the past two years, high-school security guard Ben has been trying to show decorated APD detective James that he's more than just a video-game junkie who's unworthy of James' sister, Angela. When Ben finally gets accepted into the academy, he thinks he's earned the seasoned policeman's respect and asks for his blessing to marry Angela. Knowing that a ride along will demonstrate if Ben has what it takes to take care of his sister, James invites him on a shift designed to scare the hell out of the trainee. But when the wild night leads them to the most notorious criminal in the city, James will find that his new partner's rapid-fire mouth is just as dangerous as the bullets speeding at it.
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Ride Along is widely viewed as a formulaic and derivative buddy-cop comedy that relies heavily on genre clichés. While it serves as a light, casual distraction for some, many viewers find the humor stale and the plot predictably unremarkable.
| Screenplay | The film relies on a tired, formulaic plot that offers no original ideas or narrative surprises. | |
| Humor | The humor is largely considered hit-or-miss, with many critics describing the jokes as stale, childish, or sparse. | |
| Acting | Kevin Hart’s performance divides viewers; some find his high-energy persona essential and entertaining, while others criticize him for playing the same typecast character. | |
| Acting | Ice Cube's performance is viewed inconsistently, with some appreciating his physical presence as an action lead while others find his portrayal flat and underutilized. |