Kumail Nanjiani plays an Uber driver who ends up as the hapless partner in a police officer’s (Dave Bautista) extended pursuit of a drug dealer. Of course, the contrast between the gruff cop and the mild-mannered driver provides most of the mild humor. Watching Nanjiani’s befuddled reactions and constant comments provides the conflict and the comedy…such as it is. The gun fights and car chases are adequately staged and the pace never drags. While the mismatched duo have some chemistry and the situations have promise, what’s missing is a truly funny script. It’s mildly entertaining, but will be quickly forgotten. Can’t give it the coveted 5-Star Uber rating.
(3 / 5)