Review of Holmes & Watson (2018) by Joe W — 22 Jan 2019

I was expecting so much more out of these guys.

This review of Holmes & Watson (2018) was written by Joe W on 22 Jan 2019.

Holmes & Watson has generally received negative reviews.

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By Kent U (2) on 10 Jan 2019

Boring. I may have considered laughing twice, but couldn't muster the strength. Jokes fell flat. Worst Will Ferrell movie yet…

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By Alfuria (1) on 10 Jan 2019

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By Mmadnessgames (52) on 07 Jul 2019

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By Jluis_001 (2,242) on 18 Feb 2019

Of Will Ferrell I could expect it without a doubt, but John C. Reilly left me very disappointed. It shows they had fun doing it…

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By Joe C (1,448) on 15 Jan 2019

At first, I thought this film might be ok. I was wrong. Firstly for a comedy, there were a few funny jokes…

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By Abra S (2) on 17 Jan 2019

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