The Beach Bum (2019)

5.5R95 minDirector: Harmony Korine

2019 film directed by Harmony Korine

The Beach Bum is a 2019 American stoner comedy film written and directed by Harmony Korine and starring Matthew McConaughey, Snoop Dogg, Isla Fisher, Jimmy Buffett in his final feature film, Zac Efron and Martin Lawrence, with Stefania LaVie Owen and Jonah Hill in supporting roles. The plot follows the adventures of stoner poet Moondog (McConaughey) in and around the Florida Keys as he tries to finish his new novel and fight for the respect of his daughter and his share of his wife's estate after she dies in a car accident.

The Beach Bum had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 9, 2019, and was theatrically released in the United States on March 29, 2019, by Neon. The film received mixed reviews from critics, with some calling it "joyous" and others describing it as an "epic goof", though McConaughey's performance received near-universal praise. The film was a box office disappointment, grossing $4.6 million worldwide on a $5 million budget.

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FAQ

What is The Beach Bum about?
The Beach Bum (2019) — A rebellious stoner named Moondog lives life by his own rules.
Is The Beach Bum based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is The Beach Bum scary?
Content rating: R. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.