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Like Father Like Son

2025·Movie
1h 29min·R
IMDb3.9Rotten Tomatoes7%–

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Like Father Like Son fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Violence8

Heart

Melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy0
  • Wit & Wordplay0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Crime, family, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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Crew

Directed by:
Barry Jay
Written by:
Barry Jay
Produced by:
Ariel Winter, Mayim Bialik, Jim Klock
Composed by:
Jojo Draven

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Like Father Like Son

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Where can I stream Like Father Like Son legally?

PrimefuboTVAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TVAmazon MX Player

Like Father Like Son is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, and Amazon MX Player. You can also 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 Like Father Like Son worth watching?

25
BadGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 25/100 (IMDb 3.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 7%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Like Father Like Son rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Like Father Like Son?

1 h 29 min

Like Father Like Son runs 1 h 29 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Like Father Like Son?

Critics7
Audiences39

Not quite. Audiences rate Like Father Like Son higher (39) than critics (7). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Like Father Like Son in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Like Father Like Son?

4BECANLUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Like Father Like Son in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Like Father Like Son use?

Nice GuyForeshadowingNo EndingGood ParentsThe RunawayWhat the Hell, Hero?Family of ChoiceCentral ThemeMarried to the JobFoilGreen-Eyed MonsterSwitched at Birthand 14 more

TV Tropes lists 26 storytelling tropes for Like Father Like Son, including Nice Guy, Foreshadowing, No Ending.