
"The Whole Ten Yards" is a crime-comedy film that blends the suspense and intrigue of criminal underworld dealings with humor and quirky character dynamics. Typical elements of the crime genre present in the film include the involvement of assassins, gangsters, and a plot revolving around rescue and high-stakes conflict. What sets this title apart from other crime movies is its comedic tone and the portrayal of formerly dangerous characters attempting to lead mundane, domestic lives—such as Jimmy's obsessive cleaning and cooking—only to be pulled back into the chaos of their past. The interactions between eccentric characters like Jimmy, Jill, and Oz infuse the narrative with humor, making it a lighthearted take on crime capers while still incorporating the suspense and twists expected from the genre.