Sonic the Hedgehog singing to Billy Joel’s “Why Should I Worry” from “Oliver & Company” and then dropping a mother fucker within the first minute was the kickstart I didn’t know I needed. The latest Hulu Original film, “Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice,” feels like an ode to the action and buddy comedies of the late 1990s and early 2000s. It’s fast-paced, wittily funny and has some great action sequences and shootouts.
Vince Vaughn and James Marsden star as best friends who just so happen to be hitmen for the mob. Nick, played by Vaughn, is fully comfortable with his life of violence and crime. But Mike, played by Marsden, is on his way out and is hiding something that could put Nick and Mike’s friendship on the line. Everything will be put to the test on Mike’s last night. What seems to be a routine job goes completely sideways in the blink of an eye when their target turns out to be a very unexpected individual.
“Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice” (2026) Review | A Fun Action Comedy Return-To-Form
Vince Vaughn Carries With His Comedic Delivery
Vaughn and Marsden’s dynamic was good in this film, but I did feel like some dialogue and jokes from Marsden felt too forced. It was fine, because the comedy department is heavily anchored by Vaughn, who hasn’t lost a step in my opinion. He’s so effortlessly funny and smooth with all of his deliveries. He’s still one of the best quick-witted actors working today and has been since his outrageous 2000s comedy run. Without a doubt, he carries this film. However, Eiza Gonzalez also continues to show up and show out in her roles. She’s gorgeous, funny and her charisma is front and center as Alice, another titular character.
Looking to the supporting cast, I didn’t know I could collect so much joy from a singular person cursing. Maybe it’s because I just couldn’t see him doing it, but Keith David is an absolute delight as Mike and Nick’s foul-mouthed boss, Sosa. I don’t know if it’s just me, but I swear Jimmy Tatro is Scott Eastwood’s long-lost brother. Tatro plays Jimmy Boy, Sosa’s adopted, completely idiotic and annoying son. As much as I hated his role, he pretty much nails it. He perfectly embodies the ultimate douchebag from the 2000s with no problem.
Rounding it out, the aforementioned Ben Schwartz, who voices Sonic, Stephen Root and Lewis Tan all serve their small roles up nicely. But it’s Dolph Lundgren who wins the award for one of the smallest roles with the most immense buildup I’ve ever seen in a film. Completely wild, completely insane and a completely wasted character.
Really Solid Action Hindered By Odd Cinematography Choices
There are a few solid twists in this film that I didn’t see coming. The writing does a great job of hiding it without any sense that it is on its way. But I think one of the main highlights here is the action sequences. They’re not big-budget action sequences by any means. In fact, one would argue they’re on the opposite end. These are tight-knit, close-quarters fights and shootouts that are choreographed well and, for the most part, believable.
That being said, there are a couple of directing and cinematography choices that I felt didn’t fit during the action. There are some unnecessarily slow-motion pieces. Some lenses got grainy and odd at points, and I thought it took away from the action. They’re not dealbreakers by any means, but it almost felt like it hindered what I was trying to watch.
Unexplained Plot Points That Ultimately Don’t Hinder the Fun
Despite this being a lot of fun, there are pretty decent-sized plot holes. Some could even fit a boulder inside. Several things get explained, but they don’t seem too plausible. Again, this isn’t a dealbreaker at all; it just seemed odd to leave it as is.
“Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice” is a solid straight-to-streaming release with some seriously funny dialogue and one-liners heavily off the tongue of Vince Vaughn. The action is entertaining to watch, and while it isn’t making history by any means, it is easy on the eyes. Would this have been successful in theaters? Maybe. But to be honest, it doesn’t matter; it’s a sign that we are heading in the right direction in getting this style of film back. It’s a fun film that will make you laugh out loud and is just overall enjoyable. That’s the victory.
“Talk about fucking luck!” – Nick
“What?” – Mike
“That’s Samantha Scheer. We’re fine.” – Nick
“Who, the cop? You know her?” – Mike
“Yeah, it’s Christina Aguilera featuring Redman.” – Nick
“Huh?!” – Mike
“Dirty.” – Nick
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