Direction
Steve Pink's direction gives Hot Tub Time Machine a distinct identity in science fiction storytelling.
Hot Tub Time Machine is four pals are stuck in a rut in adulthood: Adam has just been dumped, Lou is a hopeless party animal, Nick is a henpecked husband, and Jacob does nothing but play video games in his basement.
At a Glance
Full titleHot Tub Time Machine
DirectorSteve Pink
CountryUS
LanguageEnglish
Release date2010-03-26
GenreScience Fiction · Comedy · Adventure
Runtime1h 41m
Why Hot Tub Time Machine stands out
Four pals are stuck in a rut in adulthood: Adam has just been dumped, Lou is a hopeless party animal, Nick is a henpecked husband, and Jacob
Hot Tub Time Machine (2010) opens with four pals are stuck in a rut in adulthood: Adam has just been dumped, Lou is a hopeless party animal, Nick is a henpecked husband, and Jacob does nothing but play video games in his basement.
But they get a chance to brighten their future by changing their past after a night of heavy drinking in a ski-resort hot tub results in their waking up in 1986.
As a theatrical anime release, Hot Tub Time Machine combines science fiction, comedy, adventure storytelling with set pieces and emotional payoffs that play best when you can follow the full story in one sitting.
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Four pals are stuck in a rut in adulthood: Adam has just been dumped, Lou is a hopeless party animal, Nick is a henpecked husband, and Jacob does nothing but play video games in his basement.
Memorable characters
The cast gives Hot Tub Time Machine emotional weight beyond the comedy and set pieces.
Rewatch appeal
Fans return to Hot Tub Time Machine for quotable moments, callbacks, and crowd-pleasing scenes.
Genre impact
Hot Tub Time Machine is frequently recommended alongside the best science fiction films of its era.
Story
Four pals are stuck in a rut in adulthood: Adam has just been dumped, Lou is a hopeless party animal, Nick is a henpecked husband, and Jacob
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World and premise
Four pals are stuck in a rut in adulthood: Adam has just been dumped, Lou is a hopeless party animal, Nick is a henpecked husband, and Jacob does nothing but play video games in his basement.
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How the story starts
But they get a chance to brighten their future by changing their past after a night of heavy drinking in a ski-resort hot tub results in their waking up in 1986.
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Characters and conflict
As a theatrical anime release, Hot Tub Time Machine combines science fiction, comedy, adventure storytelling with set pieces and emotional payoffs that play best when you can follow the full story in one sitting.
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Stakes rise
Fans looking for where to watch Hot Tub Time Machine use MovieLinks to compare streaming options, save the title to a watchlist, and browse similar anime with strong TMDB and Rotten Tomatoes scores.
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Themes and tone
Hot Tub Time Machine keeps viewers engaged because each story beat balances spectacle with character stakes, making it easy to recommend to both genre fans and newcomers exploring anime.
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Why fans keep watching
Hot Tub Time Machine keeps viewers engaged because each story beat balances spectacle with character stakes, making it easy to recommend to both genre fans and newcomers exploring anime.
Cast
Main characters and performers
Behind the Scenes
Runtime: 1h 41m.
Directed by Steve Pink.
Genres include Science Fiction, Comedy, Adventure.
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FAQ
How long is Hot Tub Time Machine?
Hot Tub Time Machine runs 1h 41m.
What is Hot Tub Time Machine about?
Four pals are stuck in a rut in adulthood: Adam has just been dumped, Lou is a hopeless party animal, Nick is a henpecked husband, and Jacob does nothing but play video games in his basement. But they get a chance to brighten their future by changing their past after a night of heavy drinking in a ski-resort hot tub results in their waking up in 1986.
Who directed Hot Tub Time Machine?
Hot Tub Time Machine was directed by Steve Pink.
Where can I watch Hot Tub Time Machine?
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