Review of Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (2003) by David W — 22 Jul 2007

Funny movie but almost went overboard ofn the jokes.

This review of Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (2003) was written by David W on 22 Jul 2007.

Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Ms Amanda J (191) on 20 Feb 2011

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By Zack B (668) on 01 Sep 2010

One of my true guilty pleasures. David Spade, as usual, is crude and hilarious. But this film is also surprisingly touching…

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The majority of Dickie Roberts winds up looking like a tame episode of the Brady Bunch -- spiked with Spade-esque crudity…

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By Tom G (847) on 14 Jul 2012

Although it had a good ending, at times I couldn't wait for the movie to end…

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A hidden gem. Dickie Roberts is schmaltzy and has several flaws, but if you're a Spade fan like I am this is some of his best work…

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By Johnny T (1,375) on 01 Mar 2011

Huge pile of poop. I should've known…

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