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The Babymakers

  • 2012
  • R
  • 1h 35m
IMDb RATING
5.0/10
9K
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Paul Schneider and Olivia Munn in The Babymakers (2012)
After failing to get his wife pregnant, a guy (Schneider) recruits his pals to steal the deposit he left at a sperm bank years ago.
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After failing to get his wife pregnant, a guy (Schneider) recruits his pals to steal the deposit he left at a sperm bank years ago.After failing to get his wife pregnant, a guy (Schneider) recruits his pals to steal the deposit he left at a sperm bank years ago.After failing to get his wife pregnant, a guy (Schneider) recruits his pals to steal the deposit he left at a sperm bank years ago.

  • Director
    • Jay Chandrasekhar
  • Writers
    • Peter Gaulke
    • Gerry Swallow
  • Stars
    • Paul Schneider
    • Olivia Munn
    • Kevin Heffernan
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.0/10
    9K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Jay Chandrasekhar
    • Writers
      • Peter Gaulke
      • Gerry Swallow
    • Stars
      • Paul Schneider
      • Olivia Munn
      • Kevin Heffernan
    • 20User reviews
    • 69Critic reviews
    • 30Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

    Videos8

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    The Babymakers
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    The Babymakers
    The Babymakers: Dinner
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    The Babymakers: Dinner
    The Babymakers: Guys Falling Over The Sperm (Uk)
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    The Babymakers: Dream
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    The Babymakers: Guys Discussing The Logistics (Uk)
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    Paul Schneider
    Paul Schneider
    • Tommy Macklin
    Olivia Munn
    Olivia Munn
    • Audrey Macklin
    Kevin Heffernan
    Kevin Heffernan
    • Wade
    Wood Harris
    Wood Harris
    • Darrell
    Michael Yurchak
    Michael Yurchak
    • Sommellier
    Nat Faxon
    Nat Faxon
    • Zig-Zag
    Lindsey Kraft
    Lindsey Kraft
    • Greta
    Constance Zimmer
    Constance Zimmer
    • Mona
    Aisha Tyler
    Aisha Tyler
    • Karen
    Jude Ciccolella
    Jude Ciccolella
    • Coach Stubbs
    Soren Hellerup
    Soren Hellerup
    • Swedish Mechanic
    Tom Wright
    • Butcher - Deli Worker
    Tommy Dewey
    Tommy Dewey
    • Todd
    Sharon Maughan
    Sharon Maughan
    • Dr. Roberts
    Tony Sancho
    Tony Sancho
    • Pedro
    Audrey Sonnier
    • Farm Girl #1
    Alena Savostikova
    Alena Savostikova
    • Farm Girl #2
    • (as Alena Sav)
    Carrie Clifford
    Carrie Clifford
    • Christian Woman #1
    • Director
      • Jay Chandrasekhar
    • Writers
      • Peter Gaulke
      • Gerry Swallow
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    User reviews20

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    5kosmasp

    Some very funny moments

    But also some not so funny moments. While it does have some genuine things in the script, it also goes completely crazy in other places. It's almost a shame, but let's focus on the good things. The chemistry between the wife and the husband is good, which is something that is needed, especially later on in the movie.

    There are quite a few clichés thrown into the mix and the ending is just crazy (not in a good way). On the other hand, we have a few scenes, that are not as funny as the filmmaker thought they would be. Still a nice little comedy that might work as movie for couples (even if they have the same "problem").
    6cosmo_tiger

    Funny and worth seeing but it felt like the funniest parts of the movie were in the previews. Still a good time though. I say B

    "When they said you couldn't have your sperm back they robbed you of your future and you have every right to go take it back." On their three year anniversary Audrey (Munn) and Tommy (Schneider) decide its time to have a baby. After months and months of trying they end up going to see a specialist. After finding out that he is the problem he freaks out until his friends come up with a plan. They decide to break in to the sperm bank and take back Tommy's deposit. I had pretty high expectations going in to this one and it's mostly my doing. I have been trying to watch movies without seeing the previews for them first in order to not have any preconceived ideas and I say the preview for this one a ton. I will admit that it was still really funny and worth watching but this is another movie where it seems like the funniest parts are in the previews. I'm not saying there are other funny parts because I did laugh throughout but overall I would have to say I was a little disappointed. This is still very much worth watching though. Overall, funny throughout but I was hoping for funnier. I give it a B.
    4rgblakey

    The Babymakers fails to deliver naturally

    When Broken Lizard burst onto the scene with their cult classic Super Troopers they took comedy by storm. Member Jay Chandrasekhar has not only worked and directed with the group, but also journeyed outside the troupe to take on other projects like his latest The Babymakers. Bringing along fellow Broken Lizard alum Kevin Heffernan, in addition to Olivia Munn, Paul Schneider, and Nat Faxon could he possibly hit the mark with this new comedy or will it end up being a miscarriage?

    The Babymakers follows a married couple trying to get pregnant. When they find out that the guy is the one with the issues, he teams up with his friends to hatch a plan to try and retrieve a healthy sperm donation to a sperm bank years ago. First thing to make very clear is that this is not a Broken Lizard movie. Most people will head out to see this with the idea that's what they are going into. With that being said, it still attempts to stick with some of that formula and push the limits at times. There are some really funny over the top moments that deliver and make this film more than just a standard romantic comedy. Everyone does a great job with their respected parts, most notably the Broken Lizard guys Jay Chandrasekhar and Kevin Heffernan. The biggest issue with this film is the chemistry between Munn and Schneider. They both do fine job acting, but they just don't have the chemistry to make you believe their relationship. This makes some aspects of the film feel forced when it should have had more heart to bring together the zany over the top comedy.

    This is a better than average R-Rated romantic comedy that will probably entertain guys way more than the ladies, but still not knock it out of the park like it could have. Broken Lizard fans will enjoy the guys doing their thing as it is the highlight of the film.

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    2Sandy86

    Eh...

    This movie had potential but I felt like I had to force myself to keep watching. A lot of it was very predictable and the actors didn't have a lot of chemistry which really affected the overall film. I found myself thinking at certain parts 'would this be funny if *insert well known comedic actor here* was playing the part.?' Some parts of it were just down right silly and by the end of it I regretted paying the $4 to hire it out. It doesn't surprise me that it didn't screen at any of the local cinemas. I've seen Olivia Munn act before but I'm not familiar with Paul Schneider and I can't help but wonder if he was the main reason the cast didn't seem to mesh. He seemed fine but a lot of scenes between characters just seemed awkward and fake and it really made the film difficult to watch.
    5paul_m_haakonsen

    A very different type of bank heist movie...

    "The Babymakers" is a comedy with an odd story, but it is not really the type of comedy that will have you burst out laughing hard. That being said, then I am not saying that the movie is bad, far from it. It is the type of comedy that makes you feel good, and does manage to make you smile from time to time, just don't expect to be laughing so hard that tears will run down your cheeks.

    The story is about married couple Audrey (played by Olivia Munn) and Tommy (played by Paul Schneider), who is trying to get pregnant, but after nine months of trying, there still is no baby. But in his younger days, Tommy, donated sperm every week for twenty weeks. And now being told that his sperm count is low, Tommy decides to do whatever it takes to get his good sperm back and make his wife pregnant. Together with his two friends Zig-Zag (played by Nat Faxon), Wade (played by Kevin Heffernan) and hired professional Ron Jon (played by Jay Chandrasekhar), the guys come up with a plan to break into the sperm bank.

    I wasn't really laughing a lot throughout the movie, though the storyline was great and there was some nice dialogue and good moments. In fact, I was only really laughing twice. The first time was when Tommy was in the clinic and accidentally turned up the volume on the video. The second laugh was at the scene where Wade had to grab the sperm container on the top shelf. Sure it was very predictable what would happen, but it was just hilarious to watch that scene, being oh-so slapstick comedy in itself.

    They had really put together a good group of actors and actresses for the movie, and people really played their characters quite well. Personally, I thought that Jay Chandrasekhar did the most impressive job in this movie.

    "The Babymakers" had a very unique storyline, and that made the movie stand out, despite it not really being all that funny. Still, if you like comedies, and haven't seen "The Babymakers" yet, it is well worth watching. However, I don't see this movie as the type of movie that you will pick up again at a later time for a second watching.

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    • Trivia
      This is the first movie directed by a member of Broken Lizard where all five members do not make an appearance in the movie.
    • Goofs
      Seconds after the baby boy is born he is put on a scale, yet he is already circumcised. Babies aren't born circumcised.
    • Quotes

      Ron Jon: OK Mr. Nosey.

      Ron Jon: If you must know, back in Mumbai I was the best second story man in the business.

      Ron Jon: The stealing shit business, OK?

      Ron Jon: What, you don't think Indian Crime can be organized?

      Ron Jon: Indians are very organized.

      Ron Jon: Shall I show you how non-violent I can be?

      Ron Jon: You think Indians can only drive a cab and fix your computer.

      Ron Jon: Well let me tell you something; I did drive a cab.

      Ron Jon: And I can fix your computer, but I can also cut your throat.

      Ron Jon: Shall I show you Mr. Zig Zog?

    • Connections
      Referenced in Bad Movie Beatdown: Strange Wilderness (2013)
    • Soundtracks
      Freedom's Calling
      Written by Cecilia Wyle and James Austin Wyle

      Performed by Cecilia Wyle as 'C.C. & James' of The Wyle Band

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    • Release date
      • August 24, 2012 (Iceland)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Tinh Trùng Gặp Nạn
    • Filming locations
      • Santa Clarita, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Duck Attack Films
      • Alliance
      • Automatik Entertainment
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $7,889
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $5,215
      • Aug 5, 2012
    • Gross worldwide
      • $475,511
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 35m(95 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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