Special is a 2006 superhero film,[3] combining elements from several genres: comedy-drama, psychological thriller, satire, and science fiction.

Comic book fan Les Franken (Michael Rapaport) signs up for an experimental antidepressant.

His lack of self-assurance keeps him from getting to know Maggie (Alexandra Holden), a quiet girl who works at a grocery store.

After several days of taking the pill, Les experiences supernatural powers, beginning with the ability to float.

He gains a reputation for tackling people after stopping a gunman from robbing Maggie's store, believing he is picking up telepathic intent from would-be perpetrators.

Les leaves all three and finds that Jonas and Ted have broken into his apartment and are reading through his diary, talking about kidnapping him for a few days for the drug to work its way out of his system.

While Dobson explains that he himself was only attempting to preserve his own career and life, Les takes the opportunity to swallow the remaining pills.

With an unbelievable effort of sheer willpower, Les turns the tables and knocks both men unconscious.

The site's consensus states: "This quirky indie comedy's low budget is readily apparent, but it's elevated by Michael Rapaport's dedicated performance.