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Because I Said So

2007·Movie
1h 42min·PG-13
36
WeakGoodWatch score

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Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Romance7
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody5

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

She's just your normal, overprotective, overbearing, over-the-top mother.

In an effort to prevent family history from repeating itself, meddlesome mom Daphne Wilder attempts to set up her youngest daughter, Milly, with Mr. Right. Meanwhile, her other daughters try to keep their mom's good intentions under control.
Romantic ComedyMeddling MotherFamily RelationshipsDatingSituational HumorPop Culture ReferencesContemporaryFeel-GoodRelationship Dynamics

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Because I Said So legally?

You can rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Because I Said So worth watching?

36
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36/100 (IMDb 5.6, Rotten Tomatoes 3%, and Metacritic 26). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Because I Said So rated?

PG-13Strong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Because I Said So?

1 h 42 min

Because I Said So runs 1 h 42 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Because I Said So?

Critics15
Audiences58

Not quite. Audiences rate Because I Said So higher (58) than critics (15). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Because I Said So in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Because I Said So?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Because I Said So in 58 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.