Joe Somebody
2001, English. Directed by John Pasquin.
Someone just picked on the wrong nobody.
When underappreciated video specialist Joe Scheffer is brutally humiliated by office bully Mark McKinney in front of his daughter, Joe begins a quest for personal redemption. He proceeds by enduring a personal makeover and takes martial arts lessons from a B-action star. As news spreads of his rematch with Mark, Joe suddenly finds himself the center of attention, ascending the corporate ladder and growing in popularity.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Snoozefest
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5.7/10 from 230 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Joe Somebody
Joe Somebody isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- John PasquinDirector
- Tim AllenJoe Scheffer
- Julie BowenMeg Harper
- Kelly LynchCallie Scheffer
- Greg GermannJeremy
- Hayden PanettiereNatalie Scheffer
- Patrick WarburtonMark McKinney
- Jim BelushiChuck Scarett
- Ken MarinoRick Raglow
- Wolfgang BodisonCade Raymond
- Cristi ConawayAbby Manheim
- Robert JoyPat Chilcutt
- Tina LiffordCassandra Taylor
Details
- Released
- 21 December 2001
- Country
- United States of America, Switzerland
- Written by
- John Scott Shepherd
- Budget
- $38M
- Box office
- $245M
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Joe Somebody: quick answers
Is Joe Somebody worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 230 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Joe Somebody?
Joe Somebody runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Joe Somebody have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Joe Somebody. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Joe Somebody parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Joe Somebody is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Joe Somebody on?
Joe Somebody isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Joe Somebody?
If you liked Joe Somebody, try The Game Plan, Big Daddy, Kicking & Screaming.
Who directed Joe Somebody?
Joe Somebody (2001) was directed by John Pasquin and stars Tim Allen, Julie Bowen, Kelly Lynch.