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Ripped (2017): Cast & Ratings

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Ripped is a 2017 comedy directed by Brad Epstein, starring Russell Peters, Faizon Love and Farah White. It runs 1 hour 37 minutes. Critics gave it 22 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.8/10.

IMDb rating
4.8/10
Echo Score
30
Metascore
22
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Ripped (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 37m (97 min)
Director
Brad Epstein
Genre
Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Ripped About?

The premise of Ripped without spoilers.

Two stoners accidentally travel from the 1980s and find themselves in 2016. They struggle to adjust to a vastly different reality, experiencing culture shock and hilarious misunderstandings as their outdated ways collide with the modern world. Their journey becomes a comedic exploration of self-discovery and the clash between generations.

Ripped Themes & Keywords

· 14 tags
  • oral sex
  • marijuana
  • weed
  • cannabis
  • racism reference
  • drugs
  • drug in food
  • smoking
  • smoking marijuana
  • smoking a joint
  • indian in america
  • reference to barack obama
+2 more
  • blonde woman
  • 1980s
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Cast & crew

Ripped Cast

Russell Peters leads the cast, with Faizon Love and Farah White. Directed by Brad Epstein; 10 actors are credited in all.

Ratings

Ripped Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Ripped 22 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.8/10. Our Echo Score gives it 30/100, strongest in character & emotion (45) and weakest in story & flow (20).

30 /100

Ripped Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Ripped struggles to deliver consistent humor and cohesion throughout its runtime. Critics and users note that the film’s slow pacing and haphazard execution undermine its time-travel premise. While sporadic comedic moments emerge from the cast’s chemistry, they are overshadowed by uninspired writing and lax direction. Its comedic premise feels underdeveloped, and narrative momentum often dissipates into aimless sequences. In sum, the film offers a largely forgettable experience with only fleeting entertainment value.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 25

    In terms of art and craft, the film exhibits uneven direction and rudimentary production values. Critics highlight a sloppily paced prologue and minimal visual innovation throughout most scenes. The editing often allows comedic momentum to stall, and the cinematography lacks a cohesive style. Overall, the technical execution undermines any potential visual engagement.

  • Character & Emotion 45

    When it comes to character and emotion, performances are intermittently appealing but lack depth. Observers note that the cast delivers a few bright moments, yet the protagonists remain superficially drawn and fail to generate strong empathy. The emotional resonance is limited by unoriginal character arcs. As a result, the film’s interpersonal dynamics feel underexplored, reducing overall impact.

  • Story & Flow 20

    In terms of story and flow, the narrative suffers from sluggish pacing and a lack of inventive plotting. Reviews consistently criticize the prolonged setup and point to a time-travel premise that becomes narratively irrelevant partway through. Engagement falters as scenes meander without clear purpose, and the jokes often fail to land. Overall, the plot coherence remains weak and unengaging.

  • Sensory Experience 30

    When considering sensory experience, the film’s audio and visual elements feel uninspired. Critics observe a bland soundtrack and basic sound design that do little to bolster the comedic tone. The visual style remains functional but lacks distinctive flair or cohesion, and the production design offers few memorable details. Thus, the sensory presentation contributes minimally to overall enjoyment.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    Regarding rewatch factor, the film offers limited replay value. While a handful of comedic sequences elicit mild amusement, the uneven tone and structural gaps leave little incentive to revisit. The time-travel jokes and stoner premise lose novelty quickly, and viewers may find the experience largely forgettable after a single viewing. In summary, the film’s rewatch appeal is minimal.

Videos

Ripped Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Ripped.

Official Trailer
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Ripped Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Обкуренные” and “Stoned - Volle Dröhnung voraus”.

Also known as
  • Обкуренные
  • Stoned - Volle Dröhnung voraus
  • 립트
  • 瘾君子穿越时空

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FAQ

Ripped FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Ripped, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Ripped?

Ripped runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

When was Ripped released?

Ripped was released on June 23, 2017.

Who directed Ripped?

Ripped was directed by Brad Epstein.

More films by Brad Epstein

Who is in the cast of Ripped?

Ripped stars Russell Peters, Faizon Love and Farah White, among 10 credited actors.

How is Ripped rated?

Ripped has 4.8/10 on IMDb, 22 on Metacritic, 47% on TMDB and 2.7/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Ripped have a post-credit scene?

No. Ripped has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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