Employee of the Month Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Two guys scan groceries super fast to win a girl who apparently only dates retail royalty.

🍿 Employee of the Month: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Introduction to Zack and Vince

Zack Bradley, a slacker box boy at Super Club, enjoys a carefree life with his friends, avoiding responsibility. Vince Downey, the store’s head cashier, is obsessed with winning ‘Employee of the Month’ for the 18th consecutive time, driven by ego and the promise of a promotion and a new car. The arrival of Amy Renfro, a new cashier, changes everything. Zack learns she is rumored to date ‘Employee of the Month’ winners, sparking his ambition to win the award and her affection. This sets the stage for a comedic battle between Zack and Vince, filled with over-the-top antics and workplace rivalry.

The Battle for Employee of the Month

Zack’s initial attempts to improve his work ethic are met with challenges, as Vince uses every trick in the book to maintain his winning streak. A series of escalating pranks and competitive scenarios unfold as they vie for the coveted title. Zack’s friends offer support, but he risks alienating them as his focus shifts entirely to winning the competition. Amy starts to see a different side of Zack as he tries harder, but she also sees the negative impact the competition has on his character. The pressure mounts as the end of the month approaches, with both Zack and Vince neck and neck in the race for the award.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Zack Bradley (Dane Cook): A slacker box boy who decides to compete for Employee of the Month to win over a new cashier.
• Vince Downey (Dax Shepard): The arrogant and competitive head cashier who is determined to maintain his Employee of the Month winning streak.
• Amy Renfro (Jessica Simpson): The attractive new cashier whose arrival sparks a competition between Zack and Vince.
• Lon (Andy Dick): One of Zack’s quirky and supportive friends who works at the Super Club.
• Iqbal (Brian George): Another of Zack’s friends who supports his efforts to win Employee of the Month.
• Jorge (Efren Ramirez): Vince’s long-suffering sidekick, often berated but ultimately finds his own voice.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Vince: “This is an ’81 Honda! How dare you!” – Vince’s dramatic reaction to his car being tampered with highlights his materialistic nature and inflated sense of self-importance.
• Lon: “You know what the difference between you and me is? I make this look good.” – Lon’s retort after a blind customer almost crashes into shelving and he makes a quick save. Proves that sometimes the blind can lead the blind.
• Amy: “You employees of the month are all the same!!!” – Amy realizes that Zach only wants to win to sleep with her.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $12,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $28,444,855
• Worldwide Gross: $38,528,984

💥 Employee of the Month Reviews

Personal Review

I remember watching this movie as a teen and thinking it was hilarious. Dane Cook was at the height of his popularity, and the whole retail rivalry concept seemed fresh. Watching it now, it’s still amusing, but definitely relies on some pretty broad humor. The supporting cast really shines, especially Andy Dick and Efren Ramirez. It’s a fun, lighthearted movie to watch when you don’t want to think too hard.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of Dane Cook’s stand-up comedy”
  • “Viewers who enjoy light-hearted, silly comedies”
  • “People interested in workplace comedies”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Crude humor”
  • “Sexual innuendo”
  • “Some offensive language”
  • “Workplace stereotypes”

Professional Reviews

• IMDB: “Employee of the Month is trying to be a smart portrayal of life for blue-collar workers but is a lame display of physical schmaltz. The jokes don’t work, and Jessica Simpson’s bland performance doesn’t help. This movie is one you should skip and save your money for something better.
• IGN: “Employee of the Month is a below average movie but is still watchable. The main reason to see it is the comedy talents of the actors Dane Cook and Dax Shepard who make the movie better. This will not be the best movie you see this year, but you will not feel that bad watching it.

Audience Reactions

Dax Shepard steals the show as the over-the-top, competitive Vince.: Most viewers found the movie to be a light and enjoyable comedy, praising the performances of the cast, and found themselves laughing.

Overall Consensus: Employee of the Month is a decent comedy movie with a lot of funny lines that make the viewers laugh. The movie has a cliche plot that is nothing special and offers the same basic comedy as all the others.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Afraid that Dax Shepard and Dane Cook resembled each other too much, movie execs asked Shepard to go blonde.”
• “The movie satirizes the competitive work environment often found in large retail stores, poking fun at the pursuit of trivial achievements for validation.”

🖥️ How to Watch Employee of the Month?

As of today, comprehensive information on where to stream, rent, or purchase ‘Employee of the Month’ is limited. Check popular streaming platforms like Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu to see if it’s available for streaming or purchase. Availability may vary depending on your region.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Employee of the Month, you might like these similar films:

• Waiting… (2005): Both films explore the comedic and often absurd aspects of working in the service industry with a focus on the daily lives and interactions of employees.
• Office Space (1999): This movie satirizes the mundane and soul-crushing aspects of office work, similar to how ‘Employee of the Month’ portrays the retail environment, offering relatable humor for anyone who has worked a dead-end job.
• Clerks (1994): Offers a raw and comedic look at the lives of retail workers, similar to ‘Employee of the Month,’ but with a more independent and low-budget feel.
• Superbad (2007): A coming-of-age comedy released around the same time, it captures the humor of young adults navigating social dynamics and personal goals, appealing to a similar audience as ‘Employee of the Month’.

🛒 Employee of the Month Related Products

• Employee of the Month (DVD): Own the physical copy of the movie and enjoy the behind the scenes content and special features.
• Official Employee of the Month Super Club T-Shirt: Show your love for the Super Club with this official employee t-shirt. Comfortable and stylish.
• Funko Pop! Dane Cook as Zack Bradley: Add this limited edition Funko Pop to your collection. This one is based on the main character in this movie.
• Employee of the Month: The Game: A mini game where you play as a Super Club employee competing for the employee of the month title. Complete tasks and challenges to see if you can come out on top!

🎧 Soundtrack

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

• “Working in the Coal Mine” – performed by Devo

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

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🔥 Bonus Content

Employee of the Month – Andy Dick deleted scene

Ever wonder what didn’t make the final cut of ‘Employee of the Month’? Check out this hilarious deleted scene with Andy Dick. Seriously, some of the stuff he does is pure gold!

DANE COOK THOUGHT HE’D BE PUNK’D EMPLOYEE

Did you know Dane Cook was paranoid about Dax Shepard pranking him on the set of ‘Employee of the Month’? Hear Dane talk about his fear, it’s pretty funny to see how much he was on edge!

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