Trailers
EN
EN
Description
Julius and Vincent Benedict are the results of an experiment that would allow for the perfect child. Julius was planned and grows to athletic proportions. Vincent is an accident and is somewhat smaller in stature. Vincent is placed in an orphanage while Julius is taken to a south seas island and raised by philosophers. Vincent becomes the ultimate low life and is about to be killed by loan sharks.
Starring
Awards
Key opinion
Twins is widely regarded as a charming, sentimental, and highly watchable 80s comedy anchored by the exceptional chemistry between Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito. While the plot is straightforward and the humor is derived primarily from character dynamics rather than sharp wit, the film remains a classic for its warmth, sincerity, and iconic star pairing.
| Acting | The comedic chemistry between Schwarzenegger and DeVito serves as the film's core strength and most effective element. | |
| Acting | Schwarzenegger successfully subverts his traditional action-hero persona by delivering a surprisingly gentle, naive, and endearing performance as Julius. | |
| Acting | DeVito brings his signature energy to the role of a hustler, creating a perfectly balanced comedic foil to his brother's character. | |
| Theme | The narrative effectively blends humor with heartwarming themes of family, loyalty, and emotional discovery. | |
| Screenplay | While some find the film to be an effortless and fun comedy classic, others view the plot and writing as unremarkable and reliant on simple tropes. |