This movie is hilarious! As far as comedies go about the hood, this one is hands down the best. Chris Tucker and Ice Cube really mix up nicely in this one. This is a feel good movie and doesn't glorify the gritty hard reality violence of the inner city at all, but rather focuses on strugglin to make it with good humor and staying positive. Sure they smoke weed all up and down side to side through this movie, but you have to remember that brings a certain audience and humor to it that wasn't present before. This movie is downright laugh out loud caliber. The situations this odd couple is forced into are interesting and very funny. The re-watch value for Friday is tremendous and the characters are beautifully developed. There are some true memorable moments in Friday, and even more memorable characters. This is just a fun movie from start to finish and never tries to be perfect. Thank you for keeping it light, and to the point. All we wanted was some fun and it was delivered with Friday.
237 Reviews
I wish my Fridays were like this!
ShadySovereign24 January 2006
After listening to Ice Cube's song "Friday", I was very curious to know how good the actual movie was. Then when I finally bought the DVD of the film, I was very pleased. The movie was a great comedy, filled with laughs and an interesting story.
The whole movie's story takes place on a Friday. It's about two friends (played by Ice Cube and Chris Tucker) who try to get through a regular Friday in their urban neighborhood. Little do these two fellows know, this Friday will be anything but regular. This Friday will be the most different Friday they will ever experience.
The best thing about the movie is Chris Tucker. He gives a very comical and humorous performance as Smokey, the weed-addicted home boy. I've heard that Chris Tucker didn't star in the sequels to this film, so I refuse to watch the sequels. Ice Cube was pretty good in the movie too, but I wish he didn't have to star in the Tucker-less sequels, since Cube & Tucker go well together as buddies.
The soundtrack of the movie is great as well. There are lots of hip hop songs played in various parts of the film. I particularly like the songs from Dr. Dre, Cypress Hill, and Ice Cube himself.
The bad part about the movie is that the story itself seems to be over-simplistic. I think a way to improve the movie would have been to add more sub-plots, therefore making the movie contain many funny twists. But still, the movie is pretty good as it is.
To sum up, this is a great movie to watch on a day when you're in need of some good comedy. I'd recommend watching the movie on a good ol' Friday night!
I give this movie a 7/10.
The whole movie's story takes place on a Friday. It's about two friends (played by Ice Cube and Chris Tucker) who try to get through a regular Friday in their urban neighborhood. Little do these two fellows know, this Friday will be anything but regular. This Friday will be the most different Friday they will ever experience.
The best thing about the movie is Chris Tucker. He gives a very comical and humorous performance as Smokey, the weed-addicted home boy. I've heard that Chris Tucker didn't star in the sequels to this film, so I refuse to watch the sequels. Ice Cube was pretty good in the movie too, but I wish he didn't have to star in the Tucker-less sequels, since Cube & Tucker go well together as buddies.
The soundtrack of the movie is great as well. There are lots of hip hop songs played in various parts of the film. I particularly like the songs from Dr. Dre, Cypress Hill, and Ice Cube himself.
The bad part about the movie is that the story itself seems to be over-simplistic. I think a way to improve the movie would have been to add more sub-plots, therefore making the movie contain many funny twists. But still, the movie is pretty good as it is.
To sum up, this is a great movie to watch on a day when you're in need of some good comedy. I'd recommend watching the movie on a good ol' Friday night!
I give this movie a 7/10.
(SPOILER!) You chill with Ice Cube and Chris Tucker for 90 minutes....that's the plot.
Scott_Mercer74131 January 2022
Ice Cube/O'Shea Jackson plays down and out Craig who whilst still living with his parents manages to lose his job on his day off and subsequently ends up chilling with his reprobate pot head friend Smokey played here by the endearingly annoying Chris Tucker. What follows is essentially a series of vignettes of comedic antics that happen to these 2 guys as they sit and chill on their porch on a Friday in Los Angeles.
I had overlooked this film for a long time and is a very enjoyable light hearted watch featuring some very entertaining performances from Ice Cube playing against type here as the somewhat simple Craig and a breakout performance from Chris Tucker as stoner Smokey who would shoot to mega stardom shortly after the release of this movie. This is also F. Gary Grays directorial debut who had mainly done music video work at this point who would eventually bring us The Negotiator, an entry into the Fast and Furious franchise and Straight Outta Compton. A particular highlight for me was the performance turned in by the always intimidating Tom Lister Jr. Who serves the purpose of antagonist for the movie as the local bully Deebo who's mode of transport is a tiny stolen bike (evil them tune firmly in tow any time he's on screen).
Don't expect to be intellectually challenged and the plot is arguably a series of vignettes. However, if you can look past that this, what follows is an easy way to just relax, chill and spend time with these two likeable guys on a crazy sunny Friday in LA.
I had overlooked this film for a long time and is a very enjoyable light hearted watch featuring some very entertaining performances from Ice Cube playing against type here as the somewhat simple Craig and a breakout performance from Chris Tucker as stoner Smokey who would shoot to mega stardom shortly after the release of this movie. This is also F. Gary Grays directorial debut who had mainly done music video work at this point who would eventually bring us The Negotiator, an entry into the Fast and Furious franchise and Straight Outta Compton. A particular highlight for me was the performance turned in by the always intimidating Tom Lister Jr. Who serves the purpose of antagonist for the movie as the local bully Deebo who's mode of transport is a tiny stolen bike (evil them tune firmly in tow any time he's on screen).
Don't expect to be intellectually challenged and the plot is arguably a series of vignettes. However, if you can look past that this, what follows is an easy way to just relax, chill and spend time with these two likeable guys on a crazy sunny Friday in LA.
I still pop this baby in the VCR
Unbreakable271 May 2005
Eleven years ago (one year before this movie debuted), if you'd have told me you can get an entire movie from two guys sitting on their porch on a hot Friday afternoon, I'd have said you were nuts.
I first saw this movie on a date with my girlfriend as a teenager way back in 1995 (it's hard to believe that was 10 years ago, I laughed through it then and I laugh through it now.
It's also the movie that made me a Chris Tucker mark.
I see everything that guy is in.
The same goes for Cube.
I love this movie's ability to show that ghettos aren't all like the 'Good Times' TV series.
This movie keeps it's lightheartedness throughout especially with funny characters to support Cube and Tucker like DJ Pooh, A.J. Johnson and Tiny Lister.
It also doesn't hurt to have Nia Long with her fine self in it either.
But as I stated this movie is very lighthearted and doesn't begin to get serious at all until the end where Craig tears Smokey a new one for getting him involved in the mess, Big Worm's assassination attempt on Craig and Smokey and Craig coming to the aid of Debbie (Nia) when D-bo (Lister) is beating her up.
It's at those two points you almost forget this is supposed to be a comedy movie.
The most important message in this movie actually came from Johnny Witherspoon who portrayed Craig's father.
He gave his son some very fatherly advise...which I hope to follow with my own son one day.
Although I can't say I'd have been that calm if I walked into my son's room and saw him holding a semi-aotumatic 9mm pistol.
But I did like his advice....as I believe it was meant to be a message to the audience.
"You kids today are nothing but punks, so quick to pick up a gun. You scared to take an ass-whipping!" (referring to his fists) "These are all the protection you need. You win some, you lose some, but you live!"
I first saw this movie on a date with my girlfriend as a teenager way back in 1995 (it's hard to believe that was 10 years ago, I laughed through it then and I laugh through it now.
It's also the movie that made me a Chris Tucker mark.
I see everything that guy is in.
The same goes for Cube.
I love this movie's ability to show that ghettos aren't all like the 'Good Times' TV series.
This movie keeps it's lightheartedness throughout especially with funny characters to support Cube and Tucker like DJ Pooh, A.J. Johnson and Tiny Lister.
It also doesn't hurt to have Nia Long with her fine self in it either.
But as I stated this movie is very lighthearted and doesn't begin to get serious at all until the end where Craig tears Smokey a new one for getting him involved in the mess, Big Worm's assassination attempt on Craig and Smokey and Craig coming to the aid of Debbie (Nia) when D-bo (Lister) is beating her up.
It's at those two points you almost forget this is supposed to be a comedy movie.
The most important message in this movie actually came from Johnny Witherspoon who portrayed Craig's father.
He gave his son some very fatherly advise...which I hope to follow with my own son one day.
Although I can't say I'd have been that calm if I walked into my son's room and saw him holding a semi-aotumatic 9mm pistol.
But I did like his advice....as I believe it was meant to be a message to the audience.
"You kids today are nothing but punks, so quick to pick up a gun. You scared to take an ass-whipping!" (referring to his fists) "These are all the protection you need. You win some, you lose some, but you live!"
Chris Tucker's best R rated performance
DunnDeeDaGreat14 January 2002
When I was 14, I first saw Friday and almost choked from laughter. The script by Ice Cube and DJ Pooh is right on target with it's ghetto humor. Another plus point for the film is it doesn't stereotype. But it's Chris Tucker as Smokey who makes this film. His high pitched voice and mannerisms are classic.Hard-core rapper Ice Cube, after appearing in such hard-hitting films as Boyz 'N the Hood and Higher Learning, played his first comic role in this picture he co-wrote with frequent musical collaborator DJ Pooh. Craig (Ice Cube) manages to get fired on his day off (though he claims it's through no fault of his own) and spends the day hanging out with his buddy Smokey (Chris Tucker) and trying to avoid his father (John Witherspoon), who wants him to find another job immediately. Smokey (whose name might have something to do with his tremendous fondness for marijuana) has even more serious problems; he was given $200 worth of weed to sell by Big Worm (Faizon Love), but he ended up smoking it instead, and if he can't come up with the money by the end of the day, he'll be in a world of hurt (and will put Craig in the same place just for being his friend). And Deebo (Tom "Tiny" Lister, Jr.), a gargantuan bully who roams the neighborhood on his bicycle, has it in for Craig, while Craig tries his best just to stay out of his way. As one would expect, Friday features a strong hip-hop soundtrack, featuring tracks by such artists as Dr. Dre, Cypress Hill, Mack 10, and Funkdoobiest, as well as old-school R&B selections from The Isley Brothers, Roger, and Rose Royce
The 90's. So Nostalgic
Slarkshark27 January 2023
It's cliché, I know, but damn life was simpler in the 90's. People actually went to other people's houses. You knew you're neighbours a lot better, whether you liked them or not. And there just seemed to be more connection. Catfishin' actually had to be done over the phone with your voice, versus a fake social media account.
'Friday' brings back all those 90's feelings and it's downright funny through a lot of it. Young Chris Tucker is hilarious. There's still some serious messages too during some real father/son talk.
At the end of the day, regardless of the time period or whatever background you come from, 'Friday' is a movie worth seeing for some good laughs.
'Friday' brings back all those 90's feelings and it's downright funny through a lot of it. Young Chris Tucker is hilarious. There's still some serious messages too during some real father/son talk.
At the end of the day, regardless of the time period or whatever background you come from, 'Friday' is a movie worth seeing for some good laughs.
One of the funniest movies of all time!---10/10
Sfpsycho41526 October 2004
When someone asks me which movie i have seen the most times, i have to answer Friday. I know the movie pretty much verbatim, and have seen it well over 30 times. Chris Tucker is one of the funniest people ever. This is his best performance, followed closely by Rush Hour. There are so many funny moments in this movie it would be impossible to name them all here. My favorites would have to be when Smokey meets his blind date, who turns out to be fat and bald, and the scenes where Deebo confronts Smokey and Craig, played by Ice Cube. The movie has a hilarious supporting cast, including John Witherspoon, Tiny Lister, and Bernie Mac. Critics don't know anything. If you ever have a chance to see this and enjoy urban comedy and Chris Tucker, don't even hesitate to watch. 10/10
ehh man,it's Friday
joebf-0445622 May 2022
This is a stoner movie thru and thru.i've never watched it not stoned,& after many views,i still laugh my ass off.being from the south,and a racially equal city,it's refreshing to see a movie that aint scared to show what it's like in the 'hood'.it's as diffrent as it is the same.very well cast,everybody does great,& i like the lil twist toward the end. Ok,it was made on the very cheap,& nothing was too complex.not really a family movie,but watchable past 10,12 years old.
A movie everyone should give it try.
tonysobon22 December 2018
I am only writing this because 7.3 rating is to low for this movie and just to say that you do not have to be black or live in the "hood" to like it. Not only is it very funny movie but it has a good message with a very good cast and still holds up 23 years after it came out.
fun ghetto life
SnoopyStyle2 September 2015
It's Friday. Craig Jones (Ice Cube) loses his job and living with his family. His dad (John Witherspoon) wants him to join him as a dogcatcher. He can't stand his jealous girlfriend Joi and is interested in sweet Debbie (Nia Long). His best friend Smokey (Chris Tucker) smokes weed and sells for supplier Big Worm (Faizon Love). Big Worm wants his $200 and threatens to kill both Craig and Smokey. Deebo is the giant bully of the neighborhood.
This is a fun slice of ghetto life. It's a cross of ridiculous and hard. The movie is a fun watch with Tucker joking around. Then the movie takes another step up. When Craig's father catches him with a gun, he tells him that his fists are all he ever needs. That's a big scene. It's also surprising since the father is played as a joke at the beginning. That scene makes this a better movie than a simple weed comedy.
This is a fun slice of ghetto life. It's a cross of ridiculous and hard. The movie is a fun watch with Tucker joking around. Then the movie takes another step up. When Craig's father catches him with a gun, he tells him that his fists are all he ever needs. That's a big scene. It's also surprising since the father is played as a joke at the beginning. That scene makes this a better movie than a simple weed comedy.
One of the funniest films of 1995
Quinoa198412 February 2000
(Re-review in 2015): It's interesting to see how this has been labeled the first "Hood" comedy. I'm sure there have been others - though written by, of all people, Joel Schumacher, I've always thought of 1976's Car Wash as the grand-daddy of them. It's also become a benchmark for stoners; for the 20th anniversary, it was screened for a special event on 4/20. Sadly, I couldn't attend full of the green stuff, but it was still an enjoyable experience seeing it again. Not great, but good.
For all of the comparisons to it being Boyz N tha Hood as a crude comedy, that it is in part. But it's also like the Watts equivalent of something closer Clerks, also by first-time filmmakers: it's mostly about two guys who don't have much going on with their lives or prospects or action, but they're surrounded by so many 'lively' personalities and moments that are meant to get BIG laughs, regardless of a story structure that is super-strong outside of the Day-In-The-Life thing. And both borrow of course from Do the Right Thing, though Cube actually goes for his own version of the violent climax with a fight. The lack of any cops shows this is a fairly insulated world. Works for me.
If it doesn't really have the same existential heft as Clerks, well, it's not fully trying to be that anyway. What we get here also, of course, is the breakthrough for Chris Tucker - an opportunity he'd only really pursue for another few years before spending his life, it appears, on Rush Hour checks (and a surprise guest spot in Silver Linings Playbook, of all things). His work here is still electrifying and high-charged, though maybe this time I saw more of the obvious "tics" of the character (like, we get it, the Angel Dust bit is one of the major highlights of the movie, but can't you move on?) And Cube is good as straight man for Tucker's foole, and has a few moments too.
This is one of those movies I watched a LOT 'back in the day' as one might say. It's really a movie, despite being rated R, for 13 year olds, black or white, and seeing it at 13 made as big an impression as seeing Clerks or Pulp Fiction or whatever. At the time I thought it was that good on the level. But some things do last better than others, and the seams in Friday show much more over time. Some bits don't work - the crackhead (?) hustler is hit or miss, mostly great in the "HEY, SMOKY BACk HERE TAKING A S***!" bit - though Tony Lister, DEEBO of course in capital letters, is still amazing. And I found myself laughing often through the film, in part due to things still working, like anything with Bernie Mac (and Tony Cox!), and sometimes just nostalgia. It surprised me just how much I remembered in terms of dialog - if only I remembered everything from school like this, I'd be probably a smarter man today... oh well.
Bottom line, enough of it holds up to recommend as a fun comedy, but the effect of 20 years of stoner/hood/black comedies have diluted some of its effectiveness; any time Craig narrated, or that quick montage of 'things that happened today' right before the fight, drag the movie down. And why do they go OUTSIDE knowing that the drive-by is going to happen? That they might shoot the houses whether or not they're there? Doesn't make sense.
Maybe I'm putting too much thought into it here. But, for what it was, and is, it's fun, dirty stuff.
For all of the comparisons to it being Boyz N tha Hood as a crude comedy, that it is in part. But it's also like the Watts equivalent of something closer Clerks, also by first-time filmmakers: it's mostly about two guys who don't have much going on with their lives or prospects or action, but they're surrounded by so many 'lively' personalities and moments that are meant to get BIG laughs, regardless of a story structure that is super-strong outside of the Day-In-The-Life thing. And both borrow of course from Do the Right Thing, though Cube actually goes for his own version of the violent climax with a fight. The lack of any cops shows this is a fairly insulated world. Works for me.
If it doesn't really have the same existential heft as Clerks, well, it's not fully trying to be that anyway. What we get here also, of course, is the breakthrough for Chris Tucker - an opportunity he'd only really pursue for another few years before spending his life, it appears, on Rush Hour checks (and a surprise guest spot in Silver Linings Playbook, of all things). His work here is still electrifying and high-charged, though maybe this time I saw more of the obvious "tics" of the character (like, we get it, the Angel Dust bit is one of the major highlights of the movie, but can't you move on?) And Cube is good as straight man for Tucker's foole, and has a few moments too.
This is one of those movies I watched a LOT 'back in the day' as one might say. It's really a movie, despite being rated R, for 13 year olds, black or white, and seeing it at 13 made as big an impression as seeing Clerks or Pulp Fiction or whatever. At the time I thought it was that good on the level. But some things do last better than others, and the seams in Friday show much more over time. Some bits don't work - the crackhead (?) hustler is hit or miss, mostly great in the "HEY, SMOKY BACk HERE TAKING A S***!" bit - though Tony Lister, DEEBO of course in capital letters, is still amazing. And I found myself laughing often through the film, in part due to things still working, like anything with Bernie Mac (and Tony Cox!), and sometimes just nostalgia. It surprised me just how much I remembered in terms of dialog - if only I remembered everything from school like this, I'd be probably a smarter man today... oh well.
Bottom line, enough of it holds up to recommend as a fun comedy, but the effect of 20 years of stoner/hood/black comedies have diluted some of its effectiveness; any time Craig narrated, or that quick montage of 'things that happened today' right before the fight, drag the movie down. And why do they go OUTSIDE knowing that the drive-by is going to happen? That they might shoot the houses whether or not they're there? Doesn't make sense.
Maybe I'm putting too much thought into it here. But, for what it was, and is, it's fun, dirty stuff.
Bye Felisha
nogodnomasters17 June 2021
Warning: Spoilers
Craig (Ice Cube) loses his job and hangs out with his pot selling buddy Smokey (Chris Tucker). Craig has a girlfriend but wants to get rid of her and hook-up with Debbie (Nia Long). Tom Lister jr. Plays the neighborhood bully who rides a bicycle. Faizon Love is Big Worm, the supplier to Smokey who has been smoking up the product.
It is a watchable light comedy without a lot of linear plot. Well get to hear Ice Cube say the words, "Bye Felisha" which will most likely outlive him. Chris Tucker is a bit flamboyant as if he was warming up fro his role in the Fifth Element.
Guide: F-word. No sex or nudity.
It is a watchable light comedy without a lot of linear plot. Well get to hear Ice Cube say the words, "Bye Felisha" which will most likely outlive him. Chris Tucker is a bit flamboyant as if he was warming up fro his role in the Fifth Element.
Guide: F-word. No sex or nudity.
My favorite comedy of the 90's!!!!!
QKnown2 November 1999
Believe me, If you could relate to SMOKEY and CRAIG, then you would see why this flick is so funny! While Dumb & Dumber and Austin Powers:The Spy Who Shagged Me, had me rollin' at times, it didn't do enough to throw me at that front porch where our two main characters sit and do nothing but get high and jive!
Yeah I can understand those critics who say "what's the point"? But in this flick, You don't need a point! Just plain and simple laughs! This is already a camp classic in case y'all don"t know! Please give it a look.
Yeah I can understand those critics who say "what's the point"? But in this flick, You don't need a point! Just plain and simple laughs! This is already a camp classic in case y'all don"t know! Please give it a look.
Light hearted and endearing comedy
redcrossaint9 May 2022
Friday (1995)
3/4
'Friday' is not a subtle movie, and is not an artistic expressionist piece. It is a light-weight, very funny stoner comedy. It's one of the better stoner comedies I have seen. What 'Friday' also has is a heart, which alot of these movies don't. It does have a lot of foul language and drug use, but it's done with heart and meaning, if that sounds right.
The movie follows an unemployed Craig (Ice Cube) and weed smoker Smokey (Chris Tucker), who are forced to come up with $200 dollars to a local bully or else consequences will ensue.
Good plot, good acting from Ice Cube and Chris Tucker (who is very funny), and good direction from the talented F. Gary Gray (The Italian Job from 2003) makes this a gem. It's not a great movie, but an entertaining experience. It doesn't quite have enough plot to sustain a full length feature, but the dialogue and Chris Tucker keep it going at a reasonable pace. In other words, don't expect the work of Fritz Lang, and you will have a great time with 'Friday' as I did.
3/4
'Friday' is not a subtle movie, and is not an artistic expressionist piece. It is a light-weight, very funny stoner comedy. It's one of the better stoner comedies I have seen. What 'Friday' also has is a heart, which alot of these movies don't. It does have a lot of foul language and drug use, but it's done with heart and meaning, if that sounds right.
The movie follows an unemployed Craig (Ice Cube) and weed smoker Smokey (Chris Tucker), who are forced to come up with $200 dollars to a local bully or else consequences will ensue.
Good plot, good acting from Ice Cube and Chris Tucker (who is very funny), and good direction from the talented F. Gary Gray (The Italian Job from 2003) makes this a gem. It's not a great movie, but an entertaining experience. It doesn't quite have enough plot to sustain a full length feature, but the dialogue and Chris Tucker keep it going at a reasonable pace. In other words, don't expect the work of Fritz Lang, and you will have a great time with 'Friday' as I did.
This is up there with the all-time great comedy pictures and stands the test of time
kevin_robbins12 October 2022
Friday (1995) is a classic in my DVD collection that I recently rewatched on Netflix. The storyline follows a young man who recently lost his job on his day off. His best friend, who spends his days on his porch smoking and selling week, convinces him to help with his drug selling/smoking issues as he owes his supplier money. Meanwhile his father stays on his case to find a job. The young man will try to balance selling weed, smoking weed and finding a job...
This movie is directed by F. Gary Gray (Set It Off) and stars Ice Cube (Boyz N the Hood), Chris Tucker (Rush Hour), John Witherspoon (Boomerang), Regina King (Ray), Tom Lister Jr. (Jackie Brown), Bernie Mac (Bad Santa), Nia Long (The Best Man) and Vickilyn Reynolds (The War of the Roses).
Everything about this is comedic gold. The dialogue, interactions and circumstances are all hilarious. This picture is perfectly cast top to bottom and the chemistry is perfect. Witherspoon was the perfect dad and his interactions with Ice Cube was relatable. The interactions between Ice Cube and Chris Tucker were outstanding and felt like two real friends. Chris Tucker became a star because of this movie. There was no turning back for him after this (he was a star before but a super star after). There are so many legendary lines and scenes in this it would be impossible to name them all.
Overall, this is up there with the all-time great comedy pictures and stands the test of time. This has a high rewatch value and is an absolute must see. I would score this a 10/10 and strongly recommend it.
This movie is directed by F. Gary Gray (Set It Off) and stars Ice Cube (Boyz N the Hood), Chris Tucker (Rush Hour), John Witherspoon (Boomerang), Regina King (Ray), Tom Lister Jr. (Jackie Brown), Bernie Mac (Bad Santa), Nia Long (The Best Man) and Vickilyn Reynolds (The War of the Roses).
Everything about this is comedic gold. The dialogue, interactions and circumstances are all hilarious. This picture is perfectly cast top to bottom and the chemistry is perfect. Witherspoon was the perfect dad and his interactions with Ice Cube was relatable. The interactions between Ice Cube and Chris Tucker were outstanding and felt like two real friends. Chris Tucker became a star because of this movie. There was no turning back for him after this (he was a star before but a super star after). There are so many legendary lines and scenes in this it would be impossible to name them all.
Overall, this is up there with the all-time great comedy pictures and stands the test of time. This has a high rewatch value and is an absolute must see. I would score this a 10/10 and strongly recommend it.
Hasn't lost its luster
Mr-Fusion22 September 2023
As I understand it, "Friday" was made in response to the grim depictions of the hood in other movies from the early '90s. And being a white kid from the Midwest, I'm in no position to challenge it's authenticity.
Seen here, it's an anything-can-happen neighborhood on an aimless weekday, prefect for this kind of slacker movie. It's an easygoing hang-out movie, and what struck me is the naturalistic feel given to it by the cast. There are good performances across the board and it amazes me how many lines I've heard over the years elsewhere that stemmed from this movie. It's kind of a one-liner goldmine and, stating the obvious, an ideal launching pad for Chris Tucker's superstardom.
Seen here, it's an anything-can-happen neighborhood on an aimless weekday, prefect for this kind of slacker movie. It's an easygoing hang-out movie, and what struck me is the naturalistic feel given to it by the cast. There are good performances across the board and it amazes me how many lines I've heard over the years elsewhere that stemmed from this movie. It's kind of a one-liner goldmine and, stating the obvious, an ideal launching pad for Chris Tucker's superstardom.
Friday is just the start.....
Venomly_Carnage21 June 2005
Chris Tucker and Ice Cube what more do you want for a Movie like this!? This movie was funny, bright and original. theirs not a point in the movie where it goes dull or boring.
Its starts off when Craig (Cube) wakes up on a Friday morning with his friend Smokey (Tucker) outside of his house for only Smokey to find out Craig got fired on his day off, Smokey tries helping Craig feel better by Rolling him Joints and drinking beer, Craig doesn't touch weed, until Smokey forces him to, they both end up getting high, Along comes Big Worm, the man that gives Smokey the weed to sell, only for Smokey to smoke, later on Big Worm finds out Smokey doesn't have the cash to cough up so Big Worm gives Smokey a deadline warning, or a drive-by. Craig has nothing to do with it, but nothing matters no more.
Through out the movie comes local bully's, Stupid Neighbours, dumb friends, Early 90's rap music, drive-by's, Horney midgets, fights and Craig & Smokey. A lot can go down between Thursday and Saturday!
10/10
Its starts off when Craig (Cube) wakes up on a Friday morning with his friend Smokey (Tucker) outside of his house for only Smokey to find out Craig got fired on his day off, Smokey tries helping Craig feel better by Rolling him Joints and drinking beer, Craig doesn't touch weed, until Smokey forces him to, they both end up getting high, Along comes Big Worm, the man that gives Smokey the weed to sell, only for Smokey to smoke, later on Big Worm finds out Smokey doesn't have the cash to cough up so Big Worm gives Smokey a deadline warning, or a drive-by. Craig has nothing to do with it, but nothing matters no more.
Through out the movie comes local bully's, Stupid Neighbours, dumb friends, Early 90's rap music, drive-by's, Horney midgets, fights and Craig & Smokey. A lot can go down between Thursday and Saturday!
10/10
Yes sire bob!
sandybear79830 May 2017
When someone asks me which movie i have seen the most times, i have to answer Friday. I know the movie pretty much verbatim, and have seen it well over 30 times. Chris Tucker is one of the funniest people ever. This is his best performance, followed closely by Rush Hour. There are so many funny moments in this movie it would be impossible to name them all here. My favorites would have to be when Smokey meets his blind date, who turns out to be fat and bald, and the scenes where Deebo confronts Smokey and Craig, played by Ice Cube. The movie has a hilarious supporting cast, including John Witherspoon, Tiny Lister, and Bernie Mac. Critics don't know anything. If you ever have a chance to see this and enjoy urban comedy and Chris Tucker, don't even hesitate to watch. 10/10
A Hood Classic.
quinelleholder23 March 2020
Ice Cube, DJ Pooh, and F. Gary Gray birthed a handful of black cinema stars (Chris Tucker, Meagan Good, Paula Jai Parker) with this early 90's coming of age release. If you're looking for the perfect movie for a first date or to reminisce on back in the day, look no further.
Rest in peace, John Witherspoon bka Pops.
Rest in peace, John Witherspoon bka Pops.
A cult hit that's not too bad.
Shopaholic356 February 2014
Friday is one of those movies that is pretty pointless but it spoke to a generation. I think the real reason why this movie works is due to the likability of the cast. You can't help but like Ice Cube and Chris Tucker despite them being complete slackers and a bit boneheaded. Their chemistry is great and their comedic timing is solid. The supporting cast also play their individual roles well despite the lack of material.
I find that I have no problem watching this movie and to a certain extent enjoy it but it still doesn't change the fact that it is nothing more than a cult hit movie that was released at the right time in history.
I find that I have no problem watching this movie and to a certain extent enjoy it but it still doesn't change the fact that it is nothing more than a cult hit movie that was released at the right time in history.
the most classic "ghetto" movie ever created
Scotters7620 July 2005
Friday is the most classic, ghetto movie of all time. I grew up near that area in South Los Angeles and know a little about what it is like down there. The way people who live down there were portrayed in the movie was very accurate. Chris Tucker cracks me up in any movie he's in, and Ice Cube is just all-around talented. I make it a point to take this movie out and play it at least once a month. For those who haven't seen "Friday", you have to see it, but remember, make sure to watch all three Friday movies in order, as all the movies progress in order. "Friday" is beautifully directed and I think it will remain as the classic "ghetto" movie of all time. Two thumbs up, nigh.
Why some like it, and some don't
Horror-yo10 February 2017
This here is a film far more interesting and relevant than it knows itself to be.
As a piece of comedy cinema on its own, it's alright. It's very simplistic, almost overly simplistic, where there are the good guys on one side and the bad guys on the other. As in any film, sure, but it's particularly emphasized here, almost in the fashion of a cartoon. Good guy does good and stands up for justice, and on the other side the big bad guy, the bully.
The film is terribly stale and strangely uneventful to begin but kickstarts pretty fast.
There are some pretty funny characters here and there.
The answer to my title is very simple. The sub-cultural differences between the white and black communities in America. Not that only black people could like this film, but it is uninterruptedly and genuinely addressing the young black community, basically an anti-gangster propaganda. "Do the right thing", "be a man, the right way".
Along the way, some gags are funny enough, and the acting though no Oscar-worthy performances is very realistic, feels very 'real', an essential component to get to the young black mind, using a star rapper and a star comedian for more influence.
It's no masterpiece, but it holds up well enough. 6/10.
As a piece of comedy cinema on its own, it's alright. It's very simplistic, almost overly simplistic, where there are the good guys on one side and the bad guys on the other. As in any film, sure, but it's particularly emphasized here, almost in the fashion of a cartoon. Good guy does good and stands up for justice, and on the other side the big bad guy, the bully.
The film is terribly stale and strangely uneventful to begin but kickstarts pretty fast.
There are some pretty funny characters here and there.
The answer to my title is very simple. The sub-cultural differences between the white and black communities in America. Not that only black people could like this film, but it is uninterruptedly and genuinely addressing the young black community, basically an anti-gangster propaganda. "Do the right thing", "be a man, the right way".
Along the way, some gags are funny enough, and the acting though no Oscar-worthy performances is very realistic, feels very 'real', an essential component to get to the young black mind, using a star rapper and a star comedian for more influence.
It's no masterpiece, but it holds up well enough. 6/10.
Is it Saturday yet?
Ruskington10 May 2020
I have friends who have an almost religious reverence for this film but personally I never really got it. Ultimately, it's simply not very funny. There is some tedious toilet humour from John Witherspoon and plenty of overacting from Chris Tucker and that's about it. The plot is basically non-existent and the film works ever so slowly to a faintly ridiculous ending. Massively overhyped.
Classic
DominoRae12 August 2011
Warning: Spoilers
OPEN LETTER: I have been watching this movie since I was 6 years old.This movie? This movie right here? I can watch this movie over and over and I still laugh. ALL my friends love it. White, Black, Asian - It's great and funny! It can be defined in one word: CLASSIC!
ACTUAL REVIEW: Wanna laugh? Watch this. Classic characters, classic soundtrack , classic tale, classic LINES! It is also very relate-able. We all know a Smokey "the pothead" or a Craig "the responsible one." Even though it was made in the 90's, this movie defies generations because of that fact. It is truly underrated by A LOT of critics!
IN THE END... WATCH IT! RENT IT! BUY IT! STEAL IT! (okay don't do the last one) But just watch it!
I give it 9 out of 10 stars.
ACTUAL REVIEW: Wanna laugh? Watch this. Classic characters, classic soundtrack , classic tale, classic LINES! It is also very relate-able. We all know a Smokey "the pothead" or a Craig "the responsible one." Even though it was made in the 90's, this movie defies generations because of that fact. It is truly underrated by A LOT of critics!
IN THE END... WATCH IT! RENT IT! BUY IT! STEAL IT! (okay don't do the last one) But just watch it!
I give it 9 out of 10 stars.
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