Cast and Crew of Bringing Down the House

Bringing Down the House

Bringing Down the House was released in 2003 as a comedy film starring Steve Martin as Peter Sanderson, a conservative lawyer, and Queen Latifah as Charlene Morton, an escaped convict. Upon release, it received mixed reviews, with many critics praising the performances and chemistry between the leads but criticizing the predictable plot and reliance on stereotypes. The film performed well at the box office, appealing largely to mainstream audiences. Over time, its reputation has faded somewhat, as the humor and cultural portrayals now seem dated. While it retains some nostalgic value for fans of early 2000s comedies, it is generally not considered a cult classic or underrated gem today, but rather a dated relic that reflects the comedic style of its time.

Main Cast of Bringing Down the House

Steve Martin as Peter Sanderson

Steve Martin

Peter Sanderson
Queen Latifah as Charlene Morton

Queen Latifah

Charlene Morton
Eugene Levy as Howie Rottman

Eugene Levy

Howie Rottman
Joan Plowright as Mrs. Virginia Arness

Joan Plowright

Mrs. Virginia Arness
Jean Smart as Kate Sanderson

Jean Smart

Kate Sanderson
Kimberly J. Brown as Sarah Sanderson

Kimberly J. Brown

Sarah Sanderson

Crew of Bringing Down the House

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