Tropic Thunder (2008)

2008 • R • 107 min • Action, Comedy, War

Tropic Thunder (2008) is a action, comedy, war film directed by Ben Stiller. Led by Ben Stiller, Produced in United Kingdom, Germany, United States, Highly rated with 7.1/10 on IMDb, this movie stands as one of the most memorable action, comedy, war titles of its era. The film runs 107 min. Whether you are discovering it for the first time or revisiting a favourite, Tropic Thunder delivers exactly what fans of the action, comedy, war genre are looking for.

Tropic Thunder (2008) poster
★ 7.1 / 10  IMDb
Action Comedy War
DirectorBen Stiller
WriterJustin Theroux, Ben Stiller, Etan Cohen
StarsBen Stiller, Jack Black, Robert Downey Jr.
LanguageEnglish, Mandarin
CountryUnited Kingdom, Germany, United States
Box Office: $110,515,313

About Tropic Thunder

Tropic Thunder (2008) is a Action film with strong elements of Comedy, War, directed by Ben Stiller. The screenplay was written by Justin Theroux, Ben Stiller. The cast features standout performances from Ben Stiller and Jack Black, among others. The film is primarily in English, Mandarin.

Action movie star Tugg Speedman is on the downslide of his professional career. He wants to be considered a serious actor, but his latest serious role as the title character in “Simple Jack” resulted …

Ratings & Reviews

7.1/10
IMDb
82%
Rotten Tomatoes
71/100
Metacritic
🏆 Nominated for 1 Oscar. 10 wins & 47 nominations total

Cast & Crew

Director
Ben Stiller
Writer
Justin Theroux
Writer
Ben Stiller
Actor
Ben Stiller
Actor
Jack Black
Actor
Robert Downey Jr.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tropic Thunder about?

Action movie star Tugg Speedman is on the downslide of his professional career. He wants to be considered a serious actor, but his latest serious role as the title character in “Si…

Who directed Tropic Thunder?

Tropic Thunder (2008) was directed by Ben Stiller. The film is a action production that showcases the director’s distinctive style.

Who stars in Tropic Thunder?

The main cast of Tropic Thunder includes Ben Stiller, Jack Black, Robert Downey Jr.. Their performances are one of the key strengths of the film.

Is Tropic Thunder worth watching?

Yes, Tropic Thunder is well worth watching, with strong reviews from both critics and audiences. With an IMDb score of 7.1/10, it has earned its place as a notable action film. It also received significant industry recognition: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 10 wins & 47 nominations total.

How long is Tropic Thunder?

Tropic Thunder has a runtime of 107 min. It was released in 2008 and is rated Action, Comedy, War in terms of genre classification.

Where can I watch Tropic Thunder?

Tropic Thunder may be available on major streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, or available for digital rental/purchase on platforms like Apple TV, Vudu, or Google Play. Availability varies by region and changes over time.