: Provides a grounded "straight man" performance as Jess, the aspiring politician, though she occasionally feels underutilized in a purely comedic setting [4]. Critical Reception
: As Pippa, the "Aussie" friend, McKinnon steals every scene with her eccentric timing and bizarre line delivery.
If you enjoy "dead body" comedies or are a fan of the central cast, Rough Night is an easy, breezy watch. It won't change your life, but Kate McKinnon’s performance alone makes it worth a look for comedy fans.
: Plays the needy, clingy friend with a level of commitment that makes her character both exhausting and hilarious.
Answering your request to review , a dark comedy starring Scarlett Johansson, Kate McKinnon, and Jillian Bell.
Critics were generally split on the film. It currently holds a , with many noting that while the cast is top-tier, the script often relies on predictable gags and "gross-out" humor that doesn't always land. It’s often described as a "decent rental" or a "girls' night" movie that doesn't quite reinvent the genre but provides enough laughs to stay afloat [5].