Envy (2004): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Envy is a 2004 comedy directed by Barry Levinson, starring Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Rachel Weisz. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and earned $14.5 million worldwide on a $40 million budget. Critics gave it 31 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.8/10. Stream it on Hoopla, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 39m (99 min)
- Director
- Barry Levinson
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English - Studio
- DreamWorks Distribution
- Budget
- $40M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Envy About?
The premise of Envy without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Tim and Nick are longtime friends and neighbors whose lives are upended when one of their inventions becomes a massive success. Nick's creation, Vapoorizer, a spray that eliminates dog waste, unexpectedly generates a vast fortune. This sudden wealth creates a rift between the two men, as Tim struggles with feelings of envy and disappointment for having missed out on the opportunity. The experience forces Tim to confront his own ambitions and the complex nature of friendship.
Envy Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- falling downhill
- fired from a job
- slimehouse
- neighbor neighbor relationship
- buddy comedy
- dark comedy
- dog
- jealousy
- envy
- best friend
- latex gloves
- coffee machine
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- painting
- merry go round
- model
- painter
- golden egg
- tent
- vagabond
- apple
- state senate
- u.s. congress
- washing machine
- sandpaper
- pulley
- hoist
- veterinary hospital
- poison
- maple syrup
- harmonica
- vineyard
- wine
- model car
- racetrack
- private jet
- gas station
- zoo
- swimming pool
- video camera
- school pageant
- school play
- dry ice
- garbage can lid
- garbage can
- barbecue
- roadblock
- manufacturing
- bar
- pretzel kiosk
- pretzel
Where to Watch Envy
Stream it on Hoopla, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Envy Cast
Ben Stiller leads the cast, with Jack Black and Rachel Weisz. Directed by Barry Levinson; 4 actors are credited in all.
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Director Barry Levinson
Envy Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Envy 31 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.8/10.
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IMDb 4.8 /10
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Metacritic 31 Metascore
User score 5.9
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TMDB 49% User score
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Envy Plot Summary
What happens in Envy from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 16 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Tim Dingman, portrayed by Ben Stiller, and his best friend Nick Vanderpark, played by Jack Black, share a deep bond as neighbors and colleagues at 3M. Recently, Tim has celebrated a promotion at work, whereas Nick is struggling with a performance review that criticizes his focus. With Tim’s new promotion came a luxurious chair boasting exceptional lumbar support.
Full summary
The whole story of Envy, scene by scene
Envy Box Office & Budget
Envy grossed $14.5 million worldwide on a $40 million budget, 36% of what it cost. $13.6 million came from the US and Canada and $931,711 (6%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$14.5M
36% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $13.6M
- International
- $931.7K
- Budget
- $40M
Envy Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Theatrical Trailer
How Well Do You Know Envy?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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- Question 10: not answered
What is the profession of Tim Dingman?
Cars in Envy
19 cars on screen, including the 1996 Toyota Corolla and the 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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1996 Toyota Corolla Main role -
1994 Dodge Grand Caravan Important role -
1988 GMC Sierra Important role -
1999 Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster Important role
Envy Also Known As
21 alternative titles, including “Kıskanç” and “Neid”.
- Also known as
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- Kıskanç
- Neid
- L'envie
- L'invidia del mio migliore amico
- Envidia
- A Inveja Mata
- Irigy kutya
- Черная зависть
- קנאה
- Заздрість
- Завист
- Zawiść
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- Závisť
- Závist
- 엔비
- La envidia mata, envy
- 终极贱靶
- Kıskançlık Uğruna
- 隣のリッチマン
- Enveja
- แสบซี้ขี้อิจฉา
Seen Envy?
Movies Like Envy
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Angry Neighbors, Neighbors and Neighbors.
Envy FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Envy, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Envy?
Envy runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
When was Envy released?
Envy was released on April 30, 2004.
Who directed Envy?
Envy was directed by Barry Levinson.
More films by Barry Levinson Who is in the cast of Envy?
Envy stars Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Rachel Weisz, among 4 credited actors.
Where can I watch Envy?
In the US, Envy is streaming on Hoopla and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Envy make at the box office?
Envy grossed $14.5 million worldwide ($13.6 million domestic, $931,711 international) on a budget of $40 million.
How is Envy rated?
Envy has 4.8/10 on IMDb, 31 on Metacritic and 49% on TMDB.
Does Envy have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Envy has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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