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Blue Mountain State: The Rise of Thadland (2016)

When the Dean of Blue Mountain State threatens to sell the Goat House, Alex throws Thad the party of his dreams in an effort to get him to buy it.

Director:

Lev L. Spiro

Writers:

Eric Falconer, Chris Romano (as Romanski) | 1 more credit »
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Cast overview, first billed only:
Alan Ritchson ... Thad Castle
Darin Brooks ... Alex Moran
James Cade ... Harmon Tedesco
Rob Ramsay ... Donnie Schrab
Chris Romano ... Sammy Cacciatore (as Romanski)
Frankie Shaw ... Mary Jo Cacciatore
Omari Newton ... Larry Summers
Ed Marinaro ... Coach Marty Daniels
Dhani Jones ... Dhani Jones
Ed Amatrudo ... Dean Olivares
Jimmy Tatro ... Dick Dawg
Brittany Ann Boudreault Brittany Ann Boudreault ... Amber
Katelynn Derengowski Katelynn Derengowski ... Stephanie (as Kate Derengowski)
Hudson Shank Hudson Shank ... Young Thad
Lindsey Sporrer ... Holly
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When the Dean of Blue Mountain State threatens to sell the Goat House, Alex throws Thad the party of his dreams in an effort to get him to buy it.

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Comedy | Sport

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for strong crude and sexual content, drug use and language throughout, and some graphic nudity. | See all certifications »

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Trivia

When Alan Ritchson was almost complete with his vision quest, there were two doors. On the top of the door to the left said "Thad Castle", the door to the right said "Alan Ritchson". Alan went through the door to the left, meaning he was going to reprise his role as Thad Castle though, both doors led to the same place See more »

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There is about a minute and a half at the end of the credits that list the names of the Kickstarter backers. See more »

Connections

References We Bought a Zoo (2011) See more »

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Written by Aaron Levy, Raphael Lake,
and Dumi Maraire
Courtesy of Extreme Music
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The movie has some really great scenes and others really funny, but overall, it's mixed.
17 February 2016 | by MateusNSee all my reviews

The intro of the movie is great and starts really strong, but as soon as it's over the 'new' BMS is shown. Different goat house and different uniforms for both the football players and cheerleaders. Something that is definitely going to disappoint the fans and hardcore viewers, right in the beginning.

The first forty minutes of the movie will feel different but will stay true to the series. At this point is arguably the 'peak' of the movie, the conversation between Donnie and Mary Jo. This is truly the only part something new comes up and the only one with little taste of character development, for the whole movie (One of the biggest issues).

Then, there's a hilarious scene with Alex Moran and Mary Jo, but afterwards is mostly comedy for the sake of comedy. Characters go off character and the movie stop feeling like the series and it becomes almost boring, but it's still enjoyable.

The movie certainty doesn't live to series expectations, the jokes aren't as funny and the movie fails to capture the immersion of the series. The movie is not bad, if you enjoyed the series this is a must watch, but don't expect any closure or story follow up from the series (Thad's NFL story line is just too flat, little is shown and it doesn't work well).

This movie is pretty much just a reunion with a big party, and that is very well delivered. If you watch BMS for the parties, boobies and drugs, this movie will be perfect for you.


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Country:

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Language:

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Release Date:

2 February 2016 (USA) See more »

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Blue Mountain State Thadland'in Yükselişi See more »

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Wilmington, North Carolina, USA See more »

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