Alan Thicke, David Koechner, James Brolin

Who is Don Ready? Salesman? Lover? Song Stylist? Semi-professional dolphin trainer? Ready is all of the above--except for a dolphin trainer. When he's asked to help save an ailing local car dealership...( read more  read more... ) from bankruptcy, Ready and his ragtag crew descend on the town of Temecula like a pack of coyotes on a basket full of burgers. Selling, drinking, selling and going to strip clubs is their stock and trade. And they do it well. What Don doesn't expect is to fall in love and find his soul (cue heartfelt piano).

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R, 1 hr. 29 min.

Directed by: Neal Brennan

Release Date: August 14, 2009

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  • November 11, 2009
    "In schoolyards, "Don Ready" is a euphemism for a hard-on."

    Used-car liquidator Don Ready is hired by a flailing auto dealership to turn their Fourth of July sale into a majorly profitable event.

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    Billed as 'from the makers of Talladega Nights and Anchorman', this one doesn't come close to either. Sure Adam McKay and Will Ferrell are as listed Producers, and Mr Ferrell has another of his unending string of cameos, but the film has none of the charm or big laughs that those two far superior comedies offer.

    Jeremy Piven just can't carry a film ... and I believe he is a talented actor. But after this one, Smokin Aces and Keeping up with the Steins, he has proved to be much more effective in supporting roles (see Entourage). His career will last much longer if he will just embrace the supporting role. In this film, he is so over the top that his character is neither a parody nor believable nor really very funny. Comedy works best if we feel a touch of empathy or even hatred for the lead. Here, I liked the movie best when Piven was not in a scene (which rarely happened).

    The good things about the film are the work of Bab's husband James Brolin, the interesting Kathryn Hahn, the raging Charles Napier, "10 yr old pituitary case" Rob Riggle, and Cameron Diaz lookalike Jordana Spiro. But the absolute best part is the fast rising Ed Helms (The Office, The Hangover). He really goes all out in his role as spoiled grown-up in a "man band".

    For two better comedies set at a car lot, see Used Cars (with Kurt Russell and the great Jack Warden) and Cadillac Man (Tim Robbins and Robin Williams).
  • August 22, 2009
    This movie will only seem funny to a select few, as the humor is really random, weird and off-the-wall. But I'm one of those select few and I freaking loved this movie.

    None of this movie is supposed to make too much sense, so don't expect that when you go to watch it. Just ...( read more)sit back, relax and enjoy a group of actors simply having fun.

    If you're offended by language, sexual situations, or pretty much anything else in the books, you should probably skip this movie. For anyone else, enjoy.

    I compare this movie to Observe and Report (for all 5 of you who saw that movie) with the odd humor and situations.

    Oh, and Will Ferrell has what may be the best cameo of all time. And the singing angels, absolutely hilarious.
  • August 15, 2009
    Don Ready: I don't know how you got on this lot blind man, but your not leaving here until I've sold you a car.

    Ok, this movie was way funnier than it should have been. With the combined talents of a very funny supporting cast, this film, headed by Jeremy Piven managed to be s...( read more)ome of the most fun I've had at a used car lot.

    Jeremy Piven stars as Don Ready, a man for hire, who leads a team of car salesman around the country, promising to get cars out of the lots. His team includes Ving Rhames, David Koechner, and Kathryn Hahn (who was hilarious throughout). James Brolin (who is great just for being a part of this movie) plays a lot owner who needs to sell his cars or else he'll lose his business, so he hires Don and his team. The plot ensues, and brings into play other car salesman and characters including Ed Helmes, Ken (that Asian guy who is everywhere lately) Jeong, Craig Robinson, Tony "Buster Bluth" Hale, Rob Riggle, Charles Napier, and an uncredited Will Ferrell.

    The movie was directed by Neal Brennan. Who? Brennan was Dave Chapelle's writing partner on the Chapelle Show and Half Bakes, but has now moved on to head up his own feature film and a lot of that humor is present here. It is a wonderful combination that brings together a lot of talented comedians and actors into a crude and raunchy movie that makes sure to be random, offend, and provide an overall good time.

    Babs Merrick: If he sells that car, I'm gonna eat my own pussy.
    Brent Gage: At a girl.
  • August 12, 2009
    You live in Temecula, California. Your marriage is "dead" and your used car lot is in shambles. What do you do? You call Don Ready; because, although he isn't able to relocate you or fix your broken marriage (and your late-night male-craving-induced cruising that caused it,) he d...( read more)oes "move cars, motherf*cker!"

    From the creators of Talladega Nights and Step Brothers (yes, that means Adam McKay and Will Ferrell,) comes a new slant on the used-car salesman. This movie is essentially for auto salespeople what Waiting... was for restaurant workers and what Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy was for newscasters across the country: it's a skewed, graphic and ludicrous depiction of a class of worker that is prone to ignorant stereotyping to begin with. Well, The Goods intends to demystify the car seller and create an even harsher and more pronounced parody to laugh at.

    Jeremy Piven (of "Entourage" fame) is back playing his usual cocky, self-righteous, smart-ass characterization of a grown-up, albeit stunted, fratboy. In this movie, however, he just happens to be an overzealous, patriotic, strip-bar-loving, alcoholic car mover who can sell any car to anyone. Is there any other kind of dealer?!?

    The script can sometimes spill into patronizingly atrocious dialogue of the kind that tries too hard to pull a laugh (like teeth at the dentist.) But ultimately it is the performances by the supporting players that brings it all into one cohesive ensemble piece that shoots darts of comedy into the audience at a breakneck speed. Most notably, it's the performances by James Brolin as an ambiguously gay straight man; and a riotous turn by Kathryn Hahn as a semi-pedophile closer (whose carpet matches the drapes, by the way,) and what you've got is comedy gold.

    As if that weren't enough, we get some more gold nuggets with a cameo by a certain curly-haired producer-funnyman and a backpack full of accessories that are never to be mentioned in the same breath with "Abraham Lincoln." A hilarious, potty-mouth set of angels that sing dirty gospel verses is also a highlight to look forward to.

    All-in-all, this movie wasn't as bad as I thought it might be. Considering that we live in a culture where gas is pricey (to say the least) and where our junkyards are filled with "clunkers," this movie couldn't be more topical. But, ultimately, that isn't what it's all about. It's just about having a good time for a few hours with characters as irreverent as those you'd wish would actually approach you at a real-life car dealership. Maybe then, they'd get you to buy something. But in case you're ever on the flip side of the coin and you have wheels to get rid of, call Don Ready. Because he "moves cars, motherf*cker!"
  • August 15, 2009
    [1000th Rating!]

    The jokes come a mile a minute, and there are far more hits than misses. This is my first experience seeing Jeremy Piven in ... well, anything, and he does a solid job. Two things really grease the wheels to make this an excellent comedy - first, the supportin...( read more)g cast is universally excellent. Dr. Ken Jeong, Ving Rhames, David Koechner, Ed Helms, Craig Robinson, and Charles Napier are all hilarious; with my favourite being Kathryn Hahn. Seriously, that is a top notch supporting cast that brings the funny.

    Second, "R-Rated" doesn't just mean "dick and poop jokes" as I've seen with so many other comedies the past few years. The jokes are genuinely funny, sleazy, and risque, although they to milk a few longer than they should.
  • November 22, 2009
    Funny and much better than I was expecting!
  • November 22, 2009
    I loved this movie!!!
  • November 22, 2009
    A funny joke-a-minute kind of film, that while not amazing or revolutionary still fun, even though it loses steam in it's last third. Piven plays Piven but amped up, and some of the things are so absurd it's hard to enjoy it.
  • November 22, 2009
    It has some very funny scenes that will make you laugh out loud. Good for killing an hour and a half.
  • November 22, 2009
    So much potential with its list of A-list comics but falls short in terms of storyline. Was expecting a lot more insanity.

Critic Reviews


August 14, 2009
Steven Rea, Philadelphia Inquirer

The Goods is not without its share of laughs. But the laughs come with contempt and condescension, not empathy. full review

August 14, 2009
Mick LaSalle, San Francisco Chronicle

Something about The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard feels forgettable, even though, in the moment, it's often very funny. full review

August 13, 2009
Colin Covert, The Minneapolis Star Tribune

The movie gores many sacred cows, insulting families, capitalism, sexual responsibility, political correctness and smoking bans, with glee if not originality. full review

August 13, 2009
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

The Goods is a cheerfully energetically and very vulgar comedy. If you're okay with that, you may be okay with this film, which contains a lot of laughs and has studied Political Correctness only enou... full review

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  • mikecubbie69
    August 13, 2009
    Is this supposed to be a remake of Used Cars? Because thats what it looks like. While Jeremy Piven is always funny, could they have come up with a more unoriginal plot?

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