Osmosis Jones
Osmosis Jones follows a fast talking white blood cell cop who patrols the body's inner city with plenty of swagger. When a dangerous virus invades the body of a man named Frank, Jones teams up with Drix, a newly awakened cold pill, to hunt it down. Inside Frank's body, traffic cops keep the flow... Read more
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About Osmosis Jones
Osmosis Jones follows a fast talking white blood cell cop who patrols the body's inner city with plenty of swagger. When a dangerous virus invades the body of a man named Frank, Jones teams up with Drix, a newly awakened cold pill, to hunt it down. Inside Frank's body, traffic cops keep the flow of red cells moving while doctors and immune cells hustle to stamp out trouble. The virus Thrax spreads chaos through organs and tissues, forcing Jones to rethink his methods and hearten unlikely allies. The chase blends brisk humor with science fantasy as the immune system becomes a high stakes playground where every heartbeat counts. Jones and Drix banter as they race through the body's corridors tonight.
Directed by Bobby and Peter Farrelly, Osmosis Jones stems from an original concept by Marc Hyman, Bob Camp, and Steve Fonti. The film blends live action and CGI animation, creating a fast moving internal metropolis inside Frank and zany energy.
Osmosis Jones stands out for its unusual hybrid look and a sharp performance by Chris Rock. It did not spark a long running franchise, yet its offbeat medical humor and inside the body setting linger with viewers who remember the novelty of the concept. These ideas linger with fans years later.
Critics welcomed the film's kinetic visuals and fast pace, though many noted a tonal wobble between slapstick and its more earnest health messages. The film explores resilience, teamwork, and personal responsibility, turning a microscopic world into a story about protecting a human host. Its humor shines when biology is curious.
Details
- Release Date
- August 10, 2001
- User Ratings
- 1,061 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Adventure, Animation, Action, Comedy, Family, Science Fiction
Official Trailer
Cast
Chris Rock
Osmosis Jones (voice)
Laurence Fishburne
Thrax (voice)
David Hyde Pierce
Drix (voice)
Brandy Norwood
Leah (voice)
Elena Franklin
Shane Detorre
Bill Murray
Frank Detorre
William Shatner
Mayor Phlegmming (voice)
Ron Howard
Tom Colonic (voice)
Kid Rock
Kidney Rock (voice)
Molly Shannon
Mrs. Boyd
Director: Bobby Farrelly, Peter Farrelly
Written by: Marc Hyman, Bob Camp, Steve Fonti