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The Night Before (2015) May 2026

The night descends into chaos when Isaac’s wife gifts him a box of various drugs, leading to a series of surreal and hilarious misadventures across the city. Release Date: November 20, 2015 (USA). Director: Jonathan Levine . Key Cast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Ethan. Seth Rogen as Isaac. Anthony Mackie as Chris.

is a 2015 R-rated holiday comedy directed by Jonathan Levine. The film follows three lifelong best friends—Ethan (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), Isaac (Seth Rogen), and Chris (Anthony Mackie)—as they reunite for one final, drug-fueled Christmas Eve tradition in New York City. Plot Summary The Night Before (2015)

Some reviewers noted that while funny, it doesn't quite reach the iconic status of Rogen’s previous hits like This Is The End . The night descends into chaos when Isaac’s wife

Critics and fans often highlight Michael Shannon's performance and Seth Rogen’s intense "drug trip" scenes, particularly one involving a church service. Key Cast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Ethan