Come Play
critic Reviews
, 57% Rotten Tomatometer Score- A frightening feature debut from Jacob Chase, Come Play makes up for its uneven tone by adding real depth to its jarring scares.
- , Rotten Tomatometer ScoreUdita JhunjhunwalaScroll.in
Chase turns up the volume and relies on jump scares to build the mood, but the frights barely leap out of the screen.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreAdam GrahamDetroit News
"Come Play" comes alive with impressive, old-school production design and simple direction...
Read full article - , Rotten Tomatometer ScoreAmy NicholsonFilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los Angeles)
A Babadook knockoff for parents who are worried that their kids are spending way too much time staring at screens.
Read full article - , Rotten Tomatometer ScoreDavid EhrlichindieWire
"Come Play" is merely serviceable, and leaves you with the feeling that a much better game was lost in the shuffle.
Read full article - , Rotten Tomatometer ScoreRichard WhittakerAustin Chronicle
This high-tech reinvention of Don't Be Afraid of the Dark, complete with its monster POV shots, doesn't have the heart to make yours really skip a beat.
Read full article - , Rotten Tomatometer ScoreBrian TallericoRogerEbert.com
An inconsistent, flat film that is too often reliant on jump scares instead of atmosphere.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreChauncey K. RobinsonThe Twisted Girl Next Door
Come Play is a creepy horror film for the whole family, but it falls short with an ending that leaves much to be desired.
Read full article - , Rotten Tomatometer ScoreEric MarchenRogers TV
Larry just wants a friend, but I wouldn't come play with this forgettable creature feature, rather block him instead.
Read full article - , Rotten Tomatometer ScoreMatt BrunsonFilm Frenzy
Larry, apparently The Babadook's third cousin twice removed, gets his own motion picture with this derivative horror yarn with an interesting premise but an ill-handled approach.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreAlex BentleyCultureMap
While not as scary as it could have been - its PG-13 rating ensures that - Come Play is a solid outing that more than fits the bill for anyone looking for a few thrills. Just make sure to turn off your device before watching.
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