“Seth MacFarlane, the creator of TV's Family Guy, has co-written and directed a stoner fantasy comedy which is cynical and lethargic, sour and dour; it is misanthropic, crass, facetious, offensive, immature and very funny.” The Guardian · 13 years ago
Critics often highlight the film's unique ability to blend "low-brow" humor with genuine emotional stakes.
: The CGI was widely commended; despite being a stuffed animal, Ted feels entirely real and interacts seamlessly with his environment . Expert Perspectives Ted ComГ©dia, Fantasia 2012 1h 47m 6.9
: Surprisingly, many found a heartfelt core beneath the crude jokes. Roger Ebert, giving it 3.5/4 stars, praised the screenplay and noted that the film "doesn't run out of steam".
A Look Back on ‘Ted’ (2012) – Seth MacFarlane’s Directorial Debut “Seth MacFarlane, the creator of TV's Family Guy,
“I vividly remember the visceral reaction in the cinema—the sheer absurdity of a childhood toy engaging in such "pathetic" yet hilarious debauchery created an immersive experience.” Metacritic
The story centers on John Bennett (Mark Wahlberg), whose childhood wish for his teddy bear, Ted (voiced by MacFarlane), to come to life actually comes true. Fast forward twenty-seven years later: John is now 35, and Ted has transformed from a magical celebrity into a foul-mouthed, beer-drinking, pot-smoking roommate who spends his days on the couch watching Flash Gordon . Roger Ebert, giving it 3
: While the bear looks cuddly, the film is definitely not for children. Common Sense Media and other parenting guides strongly advise that it is intended for mature audiences only due to its heavy adult themes.