John Cena and Zac Efron are set to co-star in the upcoming R-rated comedy film “Ricky Stanicky,” written and directed by Peter Farrelly. William H. Macy, Lex Scott Davis, and Anja Savcic are joining them in the cast.
The movie is scheduled to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on March 7th. Be sure to watch the trailer and read the synopsis below:
“When three childhood best friends pull a prank gone wrong, they invent the imaginary Ricky Stanicky to get them out of trouble! Twenty years after creating this ‘friend,’ Dean, JT, and Wes (Zac Efron, Andrew Santino, and Jermaine Fowler) still use the nonexistent Ricky as a handy alibi for their immature behavior. When their spouses and partners get suspicious and demand to finally meet the fabled Mr. Stanicky, the guilty trio decide to hire washed-up actor and raunchy celebrity impersonator “Rock Hard” Rod (John Cena) to bring him to life. But when Rod takes his role of a lifetime too far, they begin to wish they’d never invented Ricky in the first place.”
John Cena and Zac Efron are teaming up for an exciting new comedy film called “Ricky Stanicky.” Directed by Peter Farrelly, the movie also features William H. Macy, Lex Scott Davis, and Anja Savcic in the cast. Set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on March 7th, this R-rated comedy promises to deliver plenty of laughs and entertainment.
The film revolves around three childhood best friends, Dean (played by Zac Efron), JT (played by Andrew Santino), and Wes (played by Jermaine Fowler). When their prank goes awry, they come up with a clever solution to avoid getting into trouble. They invent an imaginary friend named Ricky Stanicky, who becomes their go-to alibi for their immature behavior.
Fast forward twenty years, and the trio is still using Ricky Stanicky as an excuse for their antics. However, their spouses and partners become suspicious and demand to finally meet this elusive Ricky. In a desperate attempt to bring their imaginary friend to life, they hire washed-up actor and raunchy celebrity impersonator “Rock Hard” Rod, portrayed by John Cena.
As Rod takes on the role of Ricky Stanicky, things quickly spiral out of control. The friends soon realize that their invention has caused more trouble than it’s worth. They find themselves regretting ever creating Ricky in the first place.
The trailer for “Ricky Stanicky” provides a glimpse into the hilarious chaos that ensues when Rod takes his impersonation too far. With a mix of physical comedy, witty dialogue, and unexpected twists, the film promises to keep audiences entertained from start to finish.
John Cena, known for his wrestling career and comedic timing in films like “Trainwreck,” brings his larger-than-life personality to the role of Rock Hard Rod. Zac Efron, who has showcased his comedic chops in movies like “Neighbors” and “Baywatch,” adds his charm and comedic timing to the mix.
Directed by Peter Farrelly, who is known for his work on comedy classics like “Dumb and Dumber” and “There’s Something About Mary,” “Ricky Stanicky” is sure to deliver a hilarious and memorable experience for viewers.
The film’s premiere on Amazon Prime Video provides easy accessibility for audiences to enjoy the comedy from the comfort of their own homes. With the convenience of streaming, viewers can gather their friends and family to watch “Ricky Stanicky” and share in the laughter together.
As the release date approaches, fans of John Cena, Zac Efron, and comedy films in general can look forward to a fun-filled and entertaining experience with “Ricky Stanicky.” So mark your calendars for March 7th, grab some popcorn, and get ready to laugh out loud as this group of friends navigates the consequences of their imaginary creation.