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Plot Summary
A worldwide cultural phenomenon, the classic board game Monopoly® has been played by over a billion people in the last 75 years. UNDER THE BOARDWALK: THE MONOPOLY STORY presents the captivating stories about the game and those who play it, culminating with the high-stakes MONOPOLY® world championships held every four years. Leading up to the exciting coronation of a new champion in Las Vegas, the film follows some of the most colorful players in the game. They are lawyers and math teachers, defending champions and underdogs, all brought together by a shared love of the game. From helping WWII POWs escape to cropping up in movies and television since its inception, MONOPOLY®'s rich history is revealed in this fascinating documentary, narrated by Zachary Levi (Chuck).
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Rotten Tomatoes Movie Reviews
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85%- Reviews Counted: 13
- Fresh: 11
- Rotten: 2
- Average Rating: 6.7/10
Top Critics' Reviews
Fresh: The film bounces around enjoyably, giving a history of the game, talking to people who love it and chronicling the 2009 Monopoly World Championships in Las Vegas.
Fresh: Under the Boardwalk provides an amiable overview of one very famous board game's history and impact, alongside a moderately engaging portrait of players preparing for the 2009 World Monopoly Championship.
Rotten: Under the Boardwalk is, unsurprisingly, a celebration of all things Monopoly, from its role in American pop culture to the national and international tournaments it has spawned.
Fresh: On its own modest terms, "Under the Boardwalk" is a pleasant, enjoyable experience...
Customer Reviews
Watch this and you'll want to play Monopoly
This is a fun, quirky documentary all about the classic board game. If you like Monopoly, or documentaries (especially ones like Wordplay, Spellbound, or King of Kong), you'll love this movie. And guaranteed, even if it's been a few years, after watching you'll want to get out your set and play again. And better yet, it's narrated by Zachary Levi, star of TV's "Chuck!"
Under the Boardwalk
This is a great movie and both my 8 year old son and I loved it! It gives a fresh perspective on the game and how far you can go. I highly recommend it!
Wonderful Documentary
Insanely interesting, lots of funny people compete in the national monopoly championship. This is even interesting to people who have only played the game once or twice, or have never finished a game.
- $12.99
- Genre: Documentary
- Released: 2011
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