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Friday (1995)

R | 1h 31min | 7/10 | #Comedy #Drama

Parental Rating: R (Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian)


STORYLINE:

In "Friday" (1995), Craig Jones (Ice Cube), after losing his job on his day off, spends the day with his best friend Smokey (Chris Tucker) in their South Central neighborhood. What starts as a day of relaxation and idle time quickly turns into a series of comedic misadventures when they learn that Smokey owes a significant amount of money to the local drug dealer, Big Worm. The duo must navigate through their day avoiding trouble, dealing with family dynamics, and finding a way to pay back the debt before the day ends.


STAFF REVIEW:

"Friday" is a seminal work in the urban comedy genre, blending humor with a slice-of-life perspective of Los Angeles's inner-city life. Ice Cube and Chris Tucker deliver memorable performances, with Tucker's portrayal of Smokey providing non-stop laughter and becoming a defining role of his career. F. Gary Gray's direction captures the essence of the neighborhood dynamics, making "Friday" more than just a comedy; it's a cultural snapshot that resonates with authenticity and heart.


CREDITS:

Director: F. Gary Gray

Written by: Ice Cube, DJ Pooh

Starring:

- Ice Cube as Craig Jones

- Chris Tucker as Smokey

- Nia Long as Debbie

- Tiny "Zeus" Lister Jr. as Deebo

Produced by: Patricia Charbonnet

Production Company(s): New Line Cinema

Cinematography: Gerry Lively

Edited by: John Carter

Music by: Frank Fitzpatrick

Distributed by: New Line Cinema

Release date: April 26, 1995

Run Time: 1h 31min

Country: United States

Languages: English

Budget: $3.5 million

Box office: $27.9 million


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