Bulletproof is a 1996 American buddy cop action comedy film directed by Ernest Dickerson and starring Damon Wayans, Adam Sandler, James Farentino and James Caan.
Released theatrically in the United States by Universal Pictures on September 6, 1996, Bulletproof was panned by critics and grossed $22.6 million worldwide.
Soundtrack
A soundtrack containing mostly hip hop and R&B music was released on September 3, 1996, by MCA Records. It reached No. 85 on the Billboard 200 and #23 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums.
In addition, Varese Sarabande released an album of Elmer Bernstein's score.
Reception
Box office
Bulletproof grossed $6 million its opening weekend, placing it at No. 1 at the box office. By the end of its theatrical run, it pulled in $21.6 million in North America and $1 million internationally for a worldwide total of $22.6 million.
Critical response
On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 8% based on 38 reviews and an average rating of 3.7/10. The website's critical consensus reads, "In addition to its ability to deflect gunfire, Bulletproof proves sadly impervious to humor, logic, or worthwhile viewing." On Metacritic, the film received a score of 30 based on 16 reviews, indicating "generally unfavorable" reviews.
Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film an average grade of "B" on an A+ to F scale.
Sequel
A direct to video sequel Bulletproof 2 was released on January 7, 2020, directed by Don Michael Paul and stars Faizon Love and Kirk Fox as Jack Carter and Archie Moses replacing both Wayans and Sandler.
See also
- Adam Sandler filmography
- List of American films of 1996