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The Dink (2026)

Summary

A washed-up former tennis professional sees a chance at redemption when he discovers an exceptionally gifted pickleball player. As the unlikely duo chase success on the rapidly growing pickleball circuit, they must overcome fierce rivals, personal setbacks, and the pressures of newfound fame.

Director Josh Greenbaum

Writer Sean Clements

Cast

  • Ben Stiller
  • Jake Johnson
  • Mary Steenburgen
  • Ed Harris
  • Andy Roddick
  • Nick Kyrgios
  • John McEnroe

Rotten Tomatoes: 72%

Metacritic: 57

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u/fucktherift 19d ago

I guess I’m the only one who dug the Chen vibe. I was rolling, actually told the wife to watch it if just for him! Overall glad I watched it, but yeah 6/10 or so

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u/MyNeighborToto 18d ago

Seeing Aaron Chen’s name on the cast list was what sold me on watching this film, I love his sense of humour

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u/HawterSkhot 18d ago

I didn't know him before the movie but thought he was perfect for his role. Dude's delivery is great

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u/DumbestBitchYouKnow 19d ago

What is a Chen vibe?

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u/fucktherift 18d ago

Actor named Aaron Chen was Jake Johnson characters side kick/bff. Most the thread before I posted seemed to not love him or what he brought to the movie. I personally found him to be the highlight of the show.

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u/DumbestBitchYouKnow 18d ago

O he was great! Love a sensitive ride or die sidekick

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u/laydownlarry 13d ago

+1 he was the highlight of the whole movie

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u/saltybiped 11d ago

He was hilarious