An amusing comedy that formulaic and predictable

Rating: 6/10 (29 September 2008)

An amusing, but not fall out of your seat hilarious British comedy starring Simon Pegg.
The movie is different in comparison to Simon Pegg's two cult hits Sean of the Dead and Hot Fuzz. It's pretty average and formulaic. There are some genuinely funny moments. Most of it is basically predictable and generic.
It's also hard to root and cheer for a lead character who leaves his wife and unborn child at the alter in the beginning of the movie. Even if everything is leading towards some sort of redemption for the lead character.
The movie is inhabited by the usual comic relief supporting characters. The cocky, arrogant and conceited new boyfriend. The big finale where Simon Pegg has to prove himself. It all can be seen way in advance.
Run Fatboy Run is an adequate distraction that does have some entertainment value. It's just nothing to write home about.
Directed by former Friends cast member David Schwimmer.