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IMDb rating 7.1
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Critic Richard Whittaker
rated 7

Like the Staten Island that he love-hates, his imperfections make him fascinating, and his humorous trip to self-growth and self-forgiveness make the divisive star a lot easier to understand.

Read full review at The Austin Chronicle
Critic Brian Tallerico
rated 5

Burr and Tomei have strong chemistry and it’s nice to see two actors who don’t work enough playfully bouncing believable characters off each other.

Read full review at Roger Ebert
Critic Leah Greenblatt
rated 7

...frequently winning, and oddly sweet...

Read full review at Entertainment Weekly
Critic Peter Bradshaw
rated 8

There are a lot of laughs here.

Read full review at The Guardian
Critic Alex Godfrey
rated 6

At its most successful, it’s a hang-out film: as everyone attempts to bond, it takes shape.

Read full review at Empire
Critic Wendy Ide
rated 8

...Davidson is persuasively raw in a performance that becomes increasingly textured and interesting...

Read full review at The Guardian
Critic Roger Moore
rated 5

Davidson’s fans will find it, and Apatow devotees.

Read full review at Movie Nation
Critic Jeffrey M. Anderson
rated 8

Davidson's comedy -- not exactly nice-guy humor -- won't appeal to everyone, but fans will find him not only very funny but also extremely engaging.

Read full review at Common Sense Media

Cast & Crew

Judd Apatow
Director
Judd Apatow
Writer
Steve Buscemi
As Papa
Marisa Tomei
As Margie Carlin
Robert Smigel
As Male Pharmacy Owner
Pete Davidson
As Scott Carlin

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"The King of Staten Island" is a coming-of-age comedy-drama about a young man named Scott who is struggling to find his place in the world after the death of his firefighter father. With the help of his quirky friends and a newfound love interest, Scott must confront his grief and take tentative steps towards adulthood. Along the way, he discovers his passion for tattoo artistry and learns to embrace his uniqueness. Set in Staten Island, this film offers a heartwarming and hilarious exploration of love, loss, and self-discovery.

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