Sorry to Bother You (2018)

Synopsis

In an alternate present-day version of Oakland, black telemarketer Cassius Green discovers a magical key to professional success – which propels him into a macabre universe.

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Where to watch

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Cast

• LaKeith Stanfield as Cassius Green
• Tessa Thompson as Detroit
• Jermaine Fowler as Salvador
• Omari Hardwick as Mr. _______
• Terry Crews as Sergio
• Kate Berlant as Diana DeBauchery
• Michael X. Sommers as Johnny
• Danny Glover as Langston
• Steven Yeun as Squeeze
• Armie Hammer as Steve Lift

If you liked Sorry to Bother You, try

• Shrek
• Mickey 17
• Shrek 2
• Bugonia
• The Mask
• Gremlins
• Spaceballs
• Idiocracy

BingeNext's take

If you’re in the mood for a film that mixes fantasy, science fiction, and comedy with a sharp edge, Sorry to Bother You is a wild ride worth taking. Set in an alternate present-day Oakland, it follows Cassius Green, a black telemarketer who stumbles upon a magical key to success that leads him into a strange and dark world. LaKeith Stanfield leads a strong cast including Tessa Thompson and Terry Crews, bringing a lot of energy and wit to the story. The movie feels like a clever, offbeat adventure that’s both funny and thought-provoking, perfect if you like stories that surprise you and make you think while keeping things entertaining. At just under two hours, it’s a compact and engaging watch that fans of quirky, imaginative films like The Mask or Shrek might really appreciate.