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- Hill’s explosive yelling and late hospital-wheelchair antics rescue stretches of the movie; the Apatow children and affectionate sister relationship are also praised.
- The failed Mr.Skin imitation is a funny premise, though younger viewers may miss the reference and the friends should already know the original site. — Bill Simmons
- The supporting cast’s future prominence stands out: Hader, Robinson, Jeong, Franco, Carell, Scott and Novak; Ramis’s father cameo and Hader’s Dom DeLuise insult also delight. — Bill Simmons
- The smoking gas mask now evokes Laremy Tunsil and is credited with inspiring inventive ways to smoke. — Bill Simmons
- This Is 40’s later existence is an interesting bookend; Debbie and Pete’s Brentwood house and coastal interiors still look desirable, and Rogen’s sweetness impresses. — Juliet Litman
- Segel’s casual nudity, a referee for ping-pong and the Matthew Fox insult are additional picks.
- The mid-2000 s E! celebrity machine and Seacrest’s unexpected self-mocking rant are praised, including the Jessica Simpson joke.