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The OctoGames

  • 2022
  • 1h 28m
IMDb RATING
3.4/10
1.1K
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The OctoGames (2022)
8 Contestants compete in 8 deadly, classic children's games. They seek fame beyond their wildest dreams, competing for the chance to take over the YouTube channel of the famous yet elusive masked YouTuber known only as "JaxPro".
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8 contestants compete in 8 deadly, classic children's games. They seek fame beyond their wildest dreams, competing for the chance to take over the YouTube channel of the famous yet elusive m... Read all8 contestants compete in 8 deadly, classic children's games. They seek fame beyond their wildest dreams, competing for the chance to take over the YouTube channel of the famous yet elusive masked YouTuber known only as "JaxPro".8 contestants compete in 8 deadly, classic children's games. They seek fame beyond their wildest dreams, competing for the chance to take over the YouTube channel of the famous yet elusive masked YouTuber known only as "JaxPro".

  • Director
    • Aaron Mirtes
  • Writers
    • Aaron Mirtes
    • Brad Belemjian
    • Galen Christy
  • Stars
    • Lacy Hartselle
    • Cael Wayne Adcock
    • Luv Patel
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    3.4/10
    1.1K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Aaron Mirtes
    • Writers
      • Aaron Mirtes
      • Brad Belemjian
      • Galen Christy
    • Stars
      • Lacy Hartselle
      • Cael Wayne Adcock
      • Luv Patel
    • 21User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Lacy Hartselle
    Lacy Hartselle
    • Carrie
    Cael Wayne Adcock
    Cael Wayne Adcock
    • Squish
    • (as Cael Adcock)
    Luv Patel
    • AJ
    Henry Haggard
    Henry Haggard
    • Walt
    Allison Shrum
    Allison Shrum
    • Maxine
    Alice Raver
    Alice Raver
    • Ruth
    Claire Palmer
    • Jess
    Patrick Sharn
    Patrick Sharn
    • The Eliminator
    Adam Pietripaoli
    Adam Pietripaoli
    • Guard Y
    Ali Thomas
    Ali Thomas
    • Guard X
    Sally Harvey Anderson
    • Ms. Sunshine
    Fallon Gyurko
    Fallon Gyurko
    • Luna
    Brad Belemjian
    • JaxPro
    Chelsea Parsons
    Chelsea Parsons
    • 'Simon Says' Extra
    • (as Chelsea Connerley)
    Chad Evener
    • 'Simon Says' Extra
    Ashley Hale
    • 'Simon Says' Extra
    Brandon Hood
    • 'Simon Says' Extra
    Cameron Pietripaoli
    • 'Simon Says' Extra
    • Director
      • Aaron Mirtes
    • Writers
      • Aaron Mirtes
      • Brad Belemjian
      • Galen Christy
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    User reviews21

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    2paul_haakonsen

    But why?...

    Granted, I haven't seen a single episode of the South Korean TV series "Squid Game", and nor will I ever do that because I have no interest in it, so I have to say that when I sat down to watch the 2022 movie "The OctoGames", I was initially thinking this was a movie by The Asylum. However, that was not the case, but that didn't mean that "The OctoGames" was a better movie for that reason.

    Nay, the storyline in "The OctoGames" is clearly a rip off of the concept of the South Korean TV series, no doubt about it. But I highly doubt that the events in this 2022 movie were on a matching level of what is seen in "Squid Game". Writer Aaron Mirtes didn't exactly churn out a particularly impressive storyline here, as it was simplistic to the bone. And thus, "The OctoGames" wasn't really an entertaining movie.

    The acting in the movie was wooden and rigid, dubious at best. I wasn't familiar with the actors or actresses in the movie, nor were I able to say that anyone on the cast list were putting on a noteworthy or extraordinary performance.

    Visually then director Aaron Mirtes wasn't really bringing much of anything thrilling to the screen. The special effects in the movie were questionable and looked fake.

    I wouldn't suggest that you waste your time, money or effort on "The OctoGames", but instead go for the original South Korean TV series that this rip off movie is cashing in on. If you do venture here to watch this movie, I guess you will be left with the burning sensation of "but why?" once the movie comes to an end.

    My rating of "The OctoGames" lands on a very generous two out of ten stars.
    1atoshalloyd

    Poor ripoff from Squid Games

    Poor, very very poor. Unoriginal script which is a no frills bargain bucket ripoff from squid Games. The title Octo Games is enough to let you know its a wish I was tracing paper carbon copy which doesn't have anything unexpected. The movie has no concept and the acting suck big time.

    I'm honestly shocked to think this is supposed to be taken as a serious movie. At best it's a lower discount than something found for rental of 50p at the old blockbusters.

    I'm not surprised it's only available to watch on Amazon. Not even Netflix is touching this one. I only started to watch this as it was free with Amazon.
    2ryleilove

    Squid Games with a sprinkle of Funhouse

    I honestly think this movie was a quick cash grab for the creators. "Let's make a movie that plagiarizes Squid Games and mix it with Funhouse sell it to Tubi because what other platform will buy it and make millions"....ahahahhahaha idc idc very smart. Anybody who can create and capitalize, no matter how, is good in my book.

    I honestly don't know if this is supposed to be funny or not but I really don't care. I cracked up through this entire movie. It was freaking hilarious. While I appreciate the creation and capitalization, I give this a two for "unoriginality". At the end of the day, they got/getting paid so I don't think they really care what the score is. They laughed all the way to the bank..."shrugs".
    3stevelivesey-37183

    Dollar Store Squid Game

    Poorly written. Badly acted. Cheaply made. Clearly made to cash in on the success of the Netflix show Squid Game.

    Although, all the above being said, it is at least vaguely watchable. Granted, it isn't Lord of the Rings or Citizen Kane but they have at least had a stab at creating characters and have them react to each other.

    So many bits of the film make no sense to me. Why the fox outfit? Why keep one living? Who was the guy at the end? Why would YouTubers and instagram addicts give up their phones so readily?

    Clearly, I cannot recommend this movie. Go watch Squid Game, it was made by people with talent.
    5tinamontana

    Typical B list gore - mediocre

    The reviews on here imo are a bit harsh - but I am watching from Tubi so I didn't have high expectations lol, think lifetime movie quality production and acting meets "horror" and "gore." Yes, it's obviously a knockoff of squid games but I'm reviewing this, not SG. Personally, I enjoy a good-bad movie and I consider this to be exactly that. It's very easy to follow, the storyline is simple but fairly engaging, I didn't know how it was going to end - it was mostly unpredictable. It's a low budget film with mediocre acting, it's not an Oscar contender but does anyone realistically watch this trailer and think it's going to be horror/thriller movie gold? Be realistic! I don't regret spending time watching this, I did eat an edible prior though.

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    • Release date
      • October 7, 2022 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official Amazon
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
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      • Exit 10 Films
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