Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg play miss-matched desk jockey Detectives Allen Gamble and Terry Hoitz, constantly in the shadow of precinct heroes Detective Danson and Highsmith (scene stealing cameos from The Rock and Samuel L Jackson). However when an act of stupidity leads to hilarious tragedy Hoitz sees it as his and Gamble’s chance to shine. Gamble on the other hand prefers his quiet life of paper work however said paperwork uncovers a case that could turn he and Hoitz into New York’s next big hero cop team – if they can survive each other first!
Look, I’ll be honest writing this review 2 months after I saw the movie has proven just how forgettable The Other Guys is, both in plot and performance. The plot which follows some sort of white collar ponzi scheme, run by Steve Coogan, is confusing and boring, and involves an unnecessary Anne Heche cameo – honestly why is she in this film? She contributes nothing…
Ferrell and Wahlberg play well off each other, and Hotiz shock that Danson appears so irresistible to women is one of the movies best running gags. The other highlight is the welcome of Michael Keaton who steals every scene is is in as the police chief who moonlights at a homewares store; and who provides words of advice unintentionally ripped form TLC song lyrics.
The Other Guys boasts an all star cast with an above average script and some over the top action; fun but forgettable.
3 of 5 Stars
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