Date Night Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A couple tries to spice up their marriage by stealing someone’s dinner reservation and accidentally becomes embroiled in a high-stakes crime ring, proving that sometimes, the best way to reconnect is through vehicular manslaughter and questionable strip club decisions.

🍿 Date Night: Detailed Plot Synopsis

A Routine Date Night

Phil and Claire Foster, a suburban couple mired in routine, seek to reignite their marriage with a special date night in Manhattan. They live a predictable life balancing work and family, leaving little room for spontaneity. Their friends’ decision to divorce due to a lack of excitement motivates them to break their own routine.

Mistaken Identity

At a trendy restaurant, they impulsively take someone else’s reservation, leading to a case of mistaken identity. Two men approach them, believing they are the ‘Tripplehorns’ and demanding a flash drive. Phil and Claire quickly realize they’ve stumbled into something dangerous and far beyond their ordinary lives.

A Night of Chaos

Forced to navigate a night of escalating chaos, Phil and Claire evade corrupt cops and mobsters. Their search for the real ‘Tripplehorns’ leads them through increasingly absurd situations, including a shirtless security expert (Mark Wahlberg) and a wild car chase through New York City, as they attempt to clear their names and survive the night.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Phil Foster (Steve Carell): A tax lawyer and suburban dad seeking to reignite his marriage with an adventurous date night that spirals out of control.
• Claire Foster (Tina Fey): A real estate agent and wife to Phil, craving excitement and spontaneity in her routine marriage.
• Holbrooke (Mark Wahlberg): A shirtless and highly skilled security expert who reluctantly aids Phil and Claire in their chaotic night.
• Detective Arroyo (Taraji P. Henson): A suspicious detective who is investigating the strange incidents that happen over the course of the night.
• Collins (Common): One of the corrupt detectives hunting down the flash drive, working on behalf of the mob.
• Joe Miletto (Ray Liotta): A powerful mob boss whose flash drive is at the center of the escalating chaos and mistaken identity.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Phil: “I say, we sit back and relax and enjoy a spread of their finest fruits of the sea. Or, I will just suck on a napkin. Holy mama, look at these prices.” – Phil expresses his initial excitement for a fancy meal before being shocked by the exorbitant prices.
• Claire: “If we are gonna pay this much for crab, it better sing and dance and introduce us to the Little Mermaid!” – Claire jokingly emphasizes the absurdity of the restaurant’s high prices.
• Taste: “You stole our reservation? What kind of people are you?” – Taste and Whippit confront Phil and Claire about stealing their reservation.
• Phil: “He turned the gun sideways. It’s a killshot!” – Phil mistakenly identifies what the thugs are doing with their guns.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $55,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $98,711,404
• Worldwide Gross: $152,263,880

💥 Date Night Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, I went into ‘Date Night’ expecting a light, fun comedy, and I mostly got that. The beginning with the couple’s mundane routine was SO relatable! Steve Carell and Tina Fey were hilarious together, especially when they were riffing off each other in the restaurant. Mark Wahlberg randomly being shirtless was peak comedy. Some parts were a bit silly, but overall, it was a great movie for, well, a date night!

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of Steve Carell and Tina Fey”
  • “Viewers who enjoy action-comedies”
  • “Couples looking for a light-hearted movie night”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Suggestive content”
  • “Violence”
  • “Some strong language”

Professional Reviews

• Entertainment Weekly: “Carell and Fey have great chemistry, but the plot feels recycled, like a sitcom stretched too thin. Still, their improvisational skills and commitment to the ridiculous save ‘Date Night’ from being a total disaster. It’s a fun, if forgettable, popcorn flick.
• Rolling Stone: “‘Date Night’ isn’t groundbreaking, but it’s consistently funny. Carell and Fey are a perfect comedic pairing, and the supporting cast is excellent. The plot is a bit convoluted, but the laughs make it worthwhile. Mark Wahlberg’s shirtless scenes are a definite highlight.
• Variety: “Despite the charm and timing of its leads, Date Night feels underdeveloped. The action sequences are too generic and the crime element is never really exciting.

Audience Reactions

The chemistry between Steve Carell and Tina Fey was amazing, they felt like a real couple.: Most viewers loved the comedic timing and improvisational skills of the lead actors.

Mark Wahlberg’s shirtless scenes were unexpectedly hilarious and added a lot to the humor.: Many enjoyed the supporting cast and cameo appearances, particularly Mark Wahlberg’s recurring gag.

Overall Consensus: ‘Date Night’ is a lighthearted, if somewhat predictable, comedy that relies heavily on the chemistry of its leads, Steve Carell and Tina Fey. While the plot may be thin, the humor and improvisational moments make it an enjoyable watch for fans of the genre.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “The erotic dance between Steve Carell and Tina Fey in the strip club was largely improvised. To add to the awkwardness, director Shawn Levy shouted obscenities at them from behind the camera.”
• “Several actors made uncredited cameo appearances, adding to the film’s comedic ensemble.”
• “Much of the humor in the restaurant scenes came from ad-libbing between Carell and Fey, showcasing their comedic timing and improvisation skills.”

🖥️ How to Watch Date Night?

Date Night is available for streaming on platforms like Prime Video, Apple TV, and Google Play, where it can be rented or purchased. Check local listings on Disney+ Hotstar Indonesia for potential streaming options. It is frequently available for purchase on physical media as well.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Date Night, you might like these similar films:

• The Out-of-Towners (1970): Classic mistaken identity comedy where a couple faces increasingly absurd situations in New York City.
• Adventures in Babysitting (1987): Features ordinary people getting into extraordinary and dangerous situations during one crazy night.
• Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005): Action-comedy about a married couple rediscovering their spark while dealing with dangerous situations, though with more action focus.
• Game Night (2018): A group of friends whose game night turns into a real-life mystery with dangerous consequences.

🛒 Date Night Related Products

• Date Night [Blu-ray]: Bring home the laughs with the ‘Date Night’ Blu-ray, featuring extended scenes, gag reel, and behind-the-scenes footage. Perfect for reliving your favorite moments and discovering new ones.
• Date Night: The Board Game: Relive the comedic misadventures of the Fosters in this hilarious board game! Navigate through the city, avoid crooked cops, and try to save your date night from disaster. Includes challenges and trivia from the movie!
• I Heart Date Night T-Shirt: Show your love for the movie with this stylish tee. Featuring the iconic “Date Night” logo and available in various sizes and colors. A must-have for any true fan.
• Funko Pop! Movies: Date Night – Phil Foster: Add Phil Foster in his suave restaurant attire to your Funko Pop! collection. This collectible figurine captures Steve Carell’s iconic character and makes a great gift for any fan.

🎧 Soundtrack

Date Night features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Blitzkrieg Bop” – performed by Ramones

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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