Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Jerry Adler | ... | Event Coordinator | |
Bill Murray | ... | Jack Corcoran | |
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Richard Alan Baker | ... | Richie |
Richie Allan | ... | Man in Audience | |
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Kimberly Thornton | ... | Pyramid Woman |
Anita Gillette | ... | Mom | |
Maureen Mueller | ... | Celeste | |
Jeremy Piven | ... | Walter | |
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Alex Neiwerth | ... | Matthew |
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Alfa-Betty Olsen | ... | Party Guest |
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Carrie Houk | ... | Receptionist |
Harve Presnell | ... | Trowbridge Bowers | |
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Tai | ... | Vera |
Earl Billings | ... | Cop | |
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Jeannine Hutchings | ... | Outraged Woman |
Motivational Speaker Jack Corcoran is determined to get his career off the ground, but the biggest gigs he can get are the ones nobody wants. Then one day, he receives a telegram that his circus clown father has passed away, and has left a "huge" inheritance. When he gets there, he finds that his inheritance has come in the form of a elephant that was his father's pride and joy in circus acts. His main intention is to sell the pachyderm off. Jack must choose between loud and rude zookeeper Mo or attractive animal show owner Terry. As the two trek through the country Jack and the elephant develop a bond, and it changes his approach on life for the better. Written by Pat McCurry <ccgrad97@aol.com>
As with most animal/comedian movies, I thought this one would be a bomb. However, it wasn't as bad as I expected. The plot is decent and the funny parts are mostly funny, instead of just stupid. Kids and adults both will enjoy the elephant and the occasional outdoor scene, as Bill Murray and his new friend trek across the beautiful American countryside. This movie also touches on serious topics like animal abuse. Bill Murray is funny as usual and Matthew McConaughey puts in an unusual and funny performance. This movie isn't going to win any Oscars, but provides good entertainment, without resorting to sex or violence. I gave it 7 out of 10.