Merlin wanted to be a magician; he ended up a stripper. The film argues that the destination is less important than the momentum. Sometimes, getting back on the strip means taking the detour that pays the bills, because the real magic is in the performance, not the venue.
If you need a laugh and a little bit of inspiration, stream Back on the Strip tonight. And then, ask yourself: What is my strip? And when am I getting back on it? Back on the Strip
★★★☆☆ (3/5) Recommended if you like: The Full Monty , Magic Mike XXL , Coming to America (for the Snipes energy), or any comedy that understands that real male bonding sometimes happens while wearing a rhinestone banana hammock. Merlin wanted to be a magician; he ended up a stripper