What Happens in Vegas (Widescreen Edition)

Hilarious

Who hasn't heard the phrase "What happens in Vegas...stays in Vegas"? Well, this film doesn't stick quite to that phrase despite its title being the first half of it. It brings what happens in Vegas to New York. Meeting thanks to a hotel screw-up, Joy McNally, played by Cameron Diaz, Jack Fuller, played by Ashton Kutcher, Toni "Tipper" Saxson, played by Lake Bell, and Jeffrey "Hater" Lewis, played by Rob Corddry, meet up and decide to have some fun together. Within the drunken debauchery, Joy and Jack, the film's main characters, end up married and regret it during their "hangovers" the next morning. In an attempt to get an amicable divorce, they wind up fighting over a three million jackpot Jack won with a quarter Joy gave him. A judge back in New York, played by Dennis Miller, decides that, before he will consider the idea of a divorce and the splitting of the "marital assets", the couple has to try to make their marriage work, with a marriage counselor, played by Queen Latifah. From there, hijinks ensue as each tries to outdo the other, along with their totally biased friends, "Tipper" and "Hater", so they can keep the full jackpot. Okay, legal inaccuracies aside, and this film has more of those than an episode of Law and Order, this was pretty good. All the characters were well cast and quite funny, though I'd have liked to see more of Lake Bell as she was my favorite...how'd her character get the nickname "Tipper" anyway? I think the actors were actually drunk for some of the wild Vegas scenes and I do wish the crew had gotten shots of the real-life hangovers the next day. Overall, the premise is amusing (surely it's happened in real life at one of those Vegas wedding chapels), the jokes are never overdone and the film instead lets the situation bring out the funny as a good comedy should. Despite me not being a big fan of either lead and knowing even less about them, I thought they were worth watching. And I was pleasantly surprised to see Dennis Farina in this film. I didn't know he did comedy...he did pretty well here. I'll just end things now by stamping my positive recommendations onto the film. Enjoy.

I really have to level with you. I love a good love story. And I love a laugh-inducing comedy. Out of the plethora of movies that check those boxes, why is this one of my favorites? I don't even like Las Vegas or dream of winning $3 million. I don't particularly relate to either of the main characters and their life situations. The premise as other reviewers mention is highly implausible. AND YET. It's so gosh darn enjoyable to watch. There are parts of this movie in particular that I found truly funny, not just slap-stick or run of the mill dumb comedy antics. And the movie turns out to have real heart in it. I enjoyed watching these two characters fall for each other, and the lessons they learned along the way. Dare I say that the storyline tickles me?! YES! It does indeed! Each time I watch it. So yes! This is a rom-com! And yes! It is unrealistic! But for me, it is a truly funny movie that makes me smile all the way to my toes. Thank you to Las Vegas, the actors, and the movie gods for making this film happen! You've got my sincere thanks.

I wanted to rate this, but I was forced to watch the whole movie by amazon. So I did finish it. It was entertaining, but I personally think it was way too long. They could have condensed this to 30 minutes. Not the best acting of either actor, and a little crude, but bearable.If you have time to kill, you're better off finding a real hobby than watching this. If you could speed up the watching time to 3x, it might be worth it. A romantic comedy that is somewhat formulaic, quite disappointing, I think these guys (and gals) needed some spending money so signed up for this.

I love the actors in this movie. I enjoy watching them two together. They are funny as hell. The movie is funny and has a sweet ending. Love watching it everytime i do.

I didn't know what to expect from this movie. When I saw the trailer I thought it was funny enough to watch. After I watched the movie I was extremely impressed with the stars performances. "What Happens in Vegas" is the kind of fly by the seat of your pants film that will keep you laughing though the entire movie. I highly recommend this movie.

I must be honest. This wasn't what I expected. I can remember seeing this movie advertised back when; and I wouldn't touch it with a 10 foot pole for two reasons: 1) the last thing I want to watch and help create is the new cliche of getting blasted on alcohol and/or drugs in "sin city" and doing something you regret and 2) Ashton Kutcher. In what world do we live in where this guy is a "male model"???? But hey at least he is no longer sweeping the floor around my cereal, right? Anyway, this movie started in NYC, went to Las Vegas, and ended in NYC. So the Vegas deal is totally what you expected it to be--the cliche. Just drunken hedonism. Mocking marriage. But it was what came afterwards that really surprised me and kinda redeemed the movie for me. It was actually a typical Cameron Diaz sweet movie. Totally Hollywood. Totally fiction. But that is what movies are for . . . escape, mostly. I enjoyed it. But I hope she doesn't turn into a Julia Roberts after her star fades. America doesn't need another disappointment.

I really love this movie. It is so funny and romantic.

First off this DVD is NOT a 15. That aside it's actually not that bad. Okay it's not great. Or very original. But the sheer enthusiasm of all the performers on show here is kinda infectious. Neither one of the main stars are gonna be all that great but here they prove that they can do some wonderful comedy. And the supporting cast is entertaining too. It's also kinda refreshing to note that this film doesn't entirely resort to toilet (tho there is literally some here) humour to get a laugh. So definitely worth a watch but not a film that holds much in the way of surprises. But extremely watchable thanks to the cast.

Hilarious and full of LOLs, What Happens IN Vegas is jokes. After Joy (Diaz) gets dumped from her boyfriend, in a surprise birthday party planned for him, with all her friends listening, and Jack (Kutcher) gets sacked by his Dad, they both head off to Vegas. However, after their night of craziness on the Strip, they learn hangovered that they are married! And to make matters worse, Kuther plays the lottery, only to discover he won 3 million dollars. However, Joy wants the money, so it's a battle of the sexes to see who will get that money, going through shocking plans involving tempatation, fights, and emotional blackmail, the ending concludes with Jack getting the 3 million after Joy quits her job. However, Jack misses Joy and a reunion happens on the beach, as the movie ends with "I hate you my friend" playing.

This is a funny romantic comedy and if you love couples bickering its for you! Aston and Cameron are great together in this as they both are funny and lighthearted!If your a fan of the actors or of romantic comedy's its a must have!It has a typical happy ending..which i love .Please rate my review as helpful :)

I bought this DVD as I like romantic comedies and I like Ashton Kutcher but I did actually think this was going to be a little slapstick. Being set in Las Vegas made that even more likely as there have been a number of slapstick films based around Las Vegas.But I was pleasantly surprised. I thoroughly enjoyed the film. It was light and funny and not a slapping stick in sight!

Bought as a gift, quite a good film and some funny bits, you must watch if you like these guys