The House movie poster

The House

"If you can't beat the house, be the house."

June 29, 2017 1h 28m 5.6/10 (953 votes)

Originally released in 2017. The House is a comedy/crime film. directed by Andrew J. Cohen. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Amy Poehler, Will Ferrell, and Jason Mantzoukas

Synopsis

When Scott and Kate Johansen’s daughter gets into the college of her dreams it’s cause for celebration. That is, until Scott and Kate learn that the scholarship they were counting on didn’t come through, and they’re now on the hook for tuition they can’t begin to afford. With the help of their friend and neighbor Frank also in need of a major payday they decide to open an illegal casino in his suburban house, risking everything together on a Vegas-style bacchanal where money flows, inhibitions are checked at the door, and all bets are off.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 29, 2017 8 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
User Rating 5.6/10 Mixed (953 votes)
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Budget $40M Production budget
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Box Office $34.2M 0.9x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$40,000,000
Revenue
$34,200,000

Production Companies

  • Village Roadshow Pictures
  • New Line Cinema
  • Gary Sanchez Productions
  • Good Universe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The House about?

When Scott and Kate Johansen’s daughter gets into the college of her dreams it’s cause for celebration. That is, until Scott and Kate learn that the scholarship they were counting on didn’t c...

Who directed The House?

The House was directed by Andrew J. Cohen.

How long is The House?

The House has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was The House released?

The House was released on June 29, 2017 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The House?

The main cast of The House includes Amy Poehler, Will Ferrell, Jason Mantzoukas, Ryan Simpkins, Nick Kroll.

Is The House worth watching?

The House has a user rating of 5.6/10 based on 953 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.