User reviews

Predictable, but not like John Wick predictable. Every "joke" is overcooked and overrated, so no comedy and definitely no thriller... Dont waste your time.

Like many of these movies the actors have wildly unrealistic reactions to the situation theyre in, acting completely brainless to everything that happens. If your tired of watching people do the dumbest thing possible in every situation just avoid this one..

Why do they even make such movies? Who gives them money to waste?

Good non traditional dark comedy, fun watch for the holidays. Not as predictable as most movies around this time of year. Very relatable and realistic characters, overall well written and worth the quick watch.

Compress it into 10 minutes and you still lost 10 minutes of your life.

This film is about two teenagers who have to try and defeat two amateur burglars. There is little action but its still an enjoyable watch.

The film is funny in places and keeps up the comedy. Although it does turn a little dark and awkward towards the end. Its well acted. There are nods to Home Alone. Its well acted and it kept my interest throughout.

I enjoyed it. I laughed in places. Its not going to change your life or win lots of awards but its still an amusing watch.

Chick was pretty but they must have directed this girl to act the way she does at the start at the dinner table? Surely she can't call that acting? It was some of the most annoying behavior in a child ever. The movie was boring. Did someone watch home alone when they were a kid? Why shoot your own truck tires? The only interesting thing was when the bad guy got shot. Seriously it's the only interesting thing that happened.

It's a fun movie, better than I expected from a directorial debut.

Not a bad film as such but it's not even slightly funny and noone deters a robber. Don't waste your time. Infuriating at times, slow, boring, did I mention not funny.

Well-written, beautifully-shot dark comedy, with nods to Home Alone and Fargo.

This is a fantastic movie that puts a really compelling twist on some familiar themes. The cast and writing really shine through and it's visually gorgeous given the limited scope of the locations. A must see directorial debut!

This was a really fun watch. I loved the specific references to the local area where it's set. It is both funny and light-heart hearted while at the same time keeps you on the edge of your seat while the characters face comical danger with the robbers.

If you are looking for a Christmas season movie that is not your typical romcom, I highly recommend this movie. The characters were humorous and the plot was delightfully far-fetched with unexpected twists. Highly entertaining!

Fun, different, darkly quirky, and entertaining, we would watch it again! How to Deter a Robber was both original and enjoyable, something I feel like is harder and harder to find in the world of streaming entertainment these days.