Role Models (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2008, Role Models is a comedy film directed by David Wain, running about 99 minutes. “They're about to get more than they plea-bargained for.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two salesmen trash a company truck on an energy drink-fueled bender. Upon their arrest, the court gives them a choice: do hard time or spend 150 service hours with a mentorship program. After one day with the kids, however, jail doesn't look half bad.
Who’s in it. Role Models stars Seann William Scott as Wheeler, Paul Rudd as Danny Donahue, Elizabeth Banks as Beth and Christopher Mintz-Plasse as Augie Farks, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Role Models has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $92.4M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Peacock Premium, Starz Apple TV Channel and Peacock Premium Plus and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Role Models page.
If you liked it. Fans of Role Models tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Role Models (2008)?
- In US, Role Models is available to stream on Peacock Premium, Starz Apple TV Channel and Peacock Premium Plus, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Role Models worth watching?
- Role Models holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Role Models?
- Role Models stars Seann William Scott, Paul Rudd, Elizabeth Banks, Christopher Mintz-Plasse and Bobb'e J. Thompson.
- When was Role Models released?
- Role Models was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.