Ricky Stanicky - OTT release date, trailer, plot, cast, and more about Zac Efron and John Cena-starrer

Get ready for a hilarious ride as Zac Efron and John Cena unleash their comedic bromance in Rocky Stanicky. This action-packed comedy promises side-splitting laughs and heartwarming moments, all fueled by the dynamic duo's undeniable chemistry.

When and where to watch Ricky Stanicky

Amazon Prime Video dropped the first official trailer of Ricky Stanicky on January 26. Announcement last year, the comedy flick will be released on March 7, 2024 only on Prime Video.

What does the trailer show?

The trailer starts showing three friends making up a fake medical problem for Ricky so they can all go to Atlantic City on vacation. But their plan becomes chaotic when one of the friends - Andrew Santino's phone goes dead while his wife is having a baby. Now they have to convince their wives that Ricky Stanicky is real, as they all are driving the three friends crazy to introduce Ricky. Things get even crazier when John Cena, who's the actual Stanicky, takes the plan way too seriously.

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What to expect from Ricky Stanicky?

The trailer is certainly generating quite a buzz, thanks to its infectious laughter and the comedic talents of Zac Efron, John Cena, and Jermaine Fowler. Whether it will live up to the hype and deliver some real good humor as you say, or remains to be seen let's wait. Hollywood has a mixed track record when it comes to comedies, so let's hope this one hits the mark.

Ricky Stanicky story

Three best friends - Dean, JT, and Wes - make up a fake friend named Ricky Stanicky to get out of trouble. They use Ricky as an excuse for everything, like ditching chores or avoiding bullies. But things get messy when their wives want to meet Ricky. Suddenly, the friends have to deal with a bigger problem than they ever imagined. It's like a big storm brewing because of their little lie.

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John Cena and Zac Efron's last year's remarkable works

John Cena, Hollywood's resident action hero, took things up a notch in Freelancer and Fast X last year, proving he can punch and outrun anyone. But when it came to Barbie, he traded his fists for fins, charming audiences as a smooth-talking male-mermaid. Meanwhile, Zac Efron traded his heartthrob status for boxing gloves in The Iron Claw, giving the famous Kevin Von Erich the gritty portrayal he deserved.

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