Sinbad, Phil Hartman, Kim Greist

Con artist Sinbad dodges some mobsters at a Pittsburgh airport where he's mistakenly befriended by nerdy lawyer Phil Hartman, who believes he's his long-lost childhood pal. Sinbad makes himself comfy ...( read more  read more... )in Hartman's home, winning over his family and neighbors.

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54% liked it

8,292 ratings

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11% liked it

19 critics

PG, 109 min.

Directed by: Randall Miller

Release Date: January 6, 1995

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DVD Release Date: October 8, 2002

Stats: 370 reviews

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  • October 11, 2006
    An family-friendly romp with Sinbad & Phil Hartman providing the laughs. Keep your ears open during the end credits as they sing fast food variations of classic X-Mas carols.
  • May 28, 2008
    Alright.
  • February 27, 2008
    pretty decent.Some good and funny scenes.
  • November 13, 2009
    I really don't have a good reason for liking this movie, I just do.
  • October 24, 2009
    This is a funny film. The film stars comedian Sinbad as a con artist on the run from the mob who he owes money to. He pretends to be a famous dentist and hides out with someone who thinks he was his old college roomate. The film also stars Phil Hartman as the person who mistakes ...( read more)him as the old friend. I will admit this is a funny film. Sinbad is very funny in this. Phil Hartman also brings some laughs. I always seem to enjoy watching this film. Well worth a watch.
  • August 21, 2009
    This movie is hilarious! The synergy between the late Phil Hartman and the comedian Sinbad is magnetic, but more importantly, the story is one of learning the true value of friendship and taking responsibility for one's actions.
  • July 31, 2009
    Sinbad and Phil have two different styles of comedy that mesh really well in this oh so funny movie..."
  • January 4, 2009
    This movie tears families apart
  • December 31, 2008
    One of my least favorite movies of all time, but I can't explain why.
  • July 26, 2008
    it was funny sinbad is awwsome lol

Critic Reviews


January 1, 2000
Mick LaSalle, San Francisco Chronicle

In its worst moments, Houseguest becomes a struggle in which a very human comedian fights to project his personality over the director's technological muddle. But the good news is that Sinbad wins. full review

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