Flock of Dudes

2016 American film

Bob Castrone
Brian Levin
Jason Zumwalt

Produced by

Ted O'Neal
Brian Levin
Mark Manuel
Aaron Kaufman

Starring

Chris D'Elia
Hannah Simone
Bryan Greenberg
Eric André
Kumail Nanjiani
Brett Gelman
Hilary Duff
Jamie Chung
Timothy Simons
Hannibal Buress
Bryan Callen
Melissa Rauch
Kelen Coleman
Peri Gilpin
Skylar Astin
Ray Liotta

CinematographyYaron LevyEdited byLawrence JordanMusic by

Jonathan Zalben
Ruwanga Samath

Production
company

Kilburn Media

Distributed byStarz Digital

Release date

September 30, 2016 (2016-09-30) (United States)

Running time

90 minutesCountryUnited StatesLanguageEnglish

Flock of Dudes is a 2016 American comedy film directed by Bob Castrone.^[1] The film premiered at the LA Film Festival on June 13, 2015, and stars Chris D'Elia, Hannah Simone and Hilary Duff.^[2] Flock of Dudes is loosely based upon the experiences of the script writers.^[3] It was released in the United States on September 30, 2016.

Plot

Adam (Chris D'Elia) is a 30-something man child who lives a ridiculous lifestyle with his three lifelong friends. After he is evicted from the house they ruined together, and his ex starts dating a successful celebrity, Adam decides it is time to grow up by "breaking up" with his friends.

Cast

Chris D'Elia as Adam
Skylar Astin as David
Bryan Greenberg as Barrett
Hannah Simone as Beth
Hilary Duff as Amanda
Jamie Chung as Katherine
Melissa Rauch as Jamie
Brett Gelman as Howie
Eric André as Mook
Marc Maron as Richtman
Kumail Nanjiani as Ro
Hannibal Buress as Pussypop
Timothy Simons as Butler
Jeffrey Ross as Masturbator
Mario Lopez as himself
Kea Ho as Lola
Kelen Coleman as Krista
Carly Craig as Zane
Jon Gabrus as Gabrus
Mitch Eakins as Nelson
David Neher as Lyle
Vagna Kobe as Joe
Peri Gilpin as Adam's mom
Ray Liotta as Uncle Reed

Production

Filming began on Flock of Dudes in June 2013 in Los Angeles and Whittier, California.^[4]^[5] Hannah Simone, Marc Maron, and Jeff Ross were named as participating in the film along with Blake Griffin.^[6]^[7] Lea Michele was temporarily attached to the film but withdrew from the project after the death of her boyfriend Cory Monteith.^[8] Flock of Dudes moved into post-production in August 2013.^[9]^[10]

Reception

On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 36% based on 11 reviews, with an average rating of 5.33/10.^[11]

References

^ Williams, Ashley Michelle. "Westminster Native Makes Feature Film Debut As Writer, Producer". WBAL. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
^ Flannery, Megan. "Alumni 'flock' to big screen spring 2014". The Towerlight. Archived from the original on October 2, 2013. Retrieved September 22, 2013.
^ "Md. filmmaker hopes to make it big with new comedy". WBAL TV. Archived from the original on 26 September 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
^ "NBA Star Blake Griffin Eyed For 'Flock Of Dudes'; Comedy Adds Melissa Rauch". Deadline. 23 July 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
^ Fullam, Peter (2013-07-07). "Whittier works to keep its film-friendly reputation". Whittier Daily News. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
^ "Bro Breakup Comedy 'Flock Of Dudes' Adds Hannah Simone, Marc Maron, Jeff Ross". Deadline. 18 July 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
^ Smith, Michael. "Blake Griffin: Los Angeles Clipper, Hollywood actor". Tulsa World. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
^ "Lea Michele No Longer Attached to Skylar Astin Movie: Because of Cory?". Wet Paint. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
^ Ellin, Simone (August 15, 2013). "Major Dude". Jewish Times. Archived from the original on 13 December 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
^ Oland, Brandon. "Q and A: Former Westminster resident produces first film in Los Angeles". Carrol County Times. Archived from the original on 22 September 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
^ "Flock of Dudes". Rotten Tomatoes.