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Tropic Thunder (2008)
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📖 Story
A group of self-absorbed actors set out to make the most expensive war film ever. After ballooning costs force the studio to cancel the movie, the frustrated director refuses to stop shooting, leading his cast into the jungles of Southeast Asia, where they encounter real bad guys.
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80
Strong recommendationChaotic comedy
EnergyLight and lively
TonePlayful comedy
ExperienceRule-breaking fun and mischief
Best suited forlight laughs and easy entertainment
What to expect from this title?Expect a playful comedy that moves on attitude, quick gags, and easy momentum more than emotional depth.
Heavy in toneConflict carries the weight
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
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Best suited for17+
Content levelMature content
GuidanceNot suitable for children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Violence & action• Mature language or humor
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🧾 Quick take
Viewer insight Tropic Thunder is a 2008 film in the Action / Comedy category from United States. Directed by Ben Stiller. Starring Ben Stiller and Robert Downey Jr.. Runtime: about 107 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. Watch options are shown when available. TMDB rating: 6.7/10.
Genre: Action / Comedy, Released in 2008, Original language: English, Production: United States, Runtime: about 107 minutes, Starring Ben Stiller and Robert Downey Jr..
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Commercial performance analysis
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✅Commercial success2.13x
Commercial takeaway
Revenue clearly moved beyond the budget line
The release produced a solid commercial result with a healthy gap above its reported budget.
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Successful result
💹 Return multiple: 2.13x📈 ROI: +113%🧾 Commercial success
💰Budget
$92M
Reported production cost for this title.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$196M
Total reported box office return.
✅Net gain
+$104M
Gap between revenue and budget.
✅Return multiple
2.13x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
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ROI +113%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, net gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Finished clearly above budget.
Runtime
107 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
Where to watch Tropic Thunder
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Cast & crew
Ben Stiller
Tugg Speedman
Robert Downey Jr.
Kirk Lazarus
Jack Black
Jeff Portnoy
Jay Baruchel
Kevin Sandusky
Brandon T. Jackson
Alpa Chino
Brandon Soo Hoo
Tran
Matthew McConaughey
Rick Peck
Tom Cruise
Les Grossman
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Nick Nolte
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Danny McBride
Cody
Steve Coogan
Damien Cockburn
Bill Hader
Rob Slolom
Reggie Lee
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Director: Ben Stiller
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1What is movie Tropic Thunder (2008)?
It is a movie released in 2008 within the Action, Comedy, Adventure, War category.
2What is the story of Tropic Thunder?
Tropic Thunder (2008) is a movie in the Action, Comedy, Adventure, War category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch Tropic Thunder online?
Yes. The page currently shows official online availability through providers such as Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies.
4What is the rating of Tropic Thunder?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 6.7/10 based on 6,962 ratings.
5What is the runtime of Tropic Thunder?
Its runtime is about 107 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is Tropic Thunder best suited for?
A light watch that aims for easy entertainment, familiar rhythm, and moments that are simple to follow.
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6.7 / 10
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