"House Party" is a 2023 American comedy film directed by Calmatic from a screenplay by Jamal Olori and Stephen Glover.
It serves as a reboot of the 1990 film of the same name. The film stars Tosin Cole, Jacob Latimore, Karen Obilom, D.C. Young Fly, and Scott Mescudi. The story follows two young aspiring club promoters who throw a party at LeBron James' mansion, which they are cleaning.
The film received negative reviews and grossed over $9 million worldwide. It was released in the United States on January 13, 2023, by Warner Bros. Pictures. The film was originally set for a digital-only release on HBO Max but was changed to a theatrical release in August 2022.
The film's plot revolves around Kevin and Damon, two best friends who work as house cleaners and aspiring club promoters. They are dropped from a promotion gig by Kyle and his gang due to Damon's illicit involvement with Guile's cousin. While working at LeBron James' mansion, Kevin and Damon decide to host a party there, which initially succeeds but eventually descends into chaos. The party is disrupted by various events, including the theft of LeBron's championship ring and a confrontation with the Illuminati.
The film received mixed reviews from critics, with a 28% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a Metacritic score of 41 out of 100. It was criticized for its poor character development, clunky dialogue, and lack of emotional connection. Despite this, some reviewers appreciated the film's style and energy, calling it a welcome addition to the director's résumé.
The film was produced by LeBron James and Maverick Carter under their production company SpringHill Entertainment. The film was scheduled to be released exclusively on HBO Max via streaming but was later changed to a theatrical release. Principal photography began on July 2, 2021, in Los Angeles and was suspended due to COVID-19 cases before resuming on August 2, 2021.
The film was theatrically released by Warner Bros. Pictures in the United States on January 13, 2023. It was released for VOD on January 31, 2023, and on Blu-ray and DVD on February 14, 2023. It was released on HBO Max on March 3, 2023. The film grossed $4 million in its opening weekend, finishing sixth at the box office.