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The In-Laws

1979·Movie
1h 43min·PG
81
GreatGoodWatch score

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High energy, funny, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wholesome6
  • Hopefulness6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Absurdist Humor7

World

Everyday modern life and crime

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Standout dialogue

  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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The FIRST Certified Crazy Person's Comedy.

In preparation for his daughter's wedding, dentist Sheldon Kornpett meets Vince Ricardo, the groom's father. Vince, a manic fellow who claims to be a government agent, then proceeds to drag Sheldon into a series of chases and misadventures from New York to Central America.
Classic Buddy ComedyCaper MovieSituational HumorWitty BanterFast-PacedQuirky CharactersEscapist FunNew York Setting

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The In-Laws

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The In-Laws legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. 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 The In-Laws worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 7.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 89%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The In-Laws rated?

PGViolence

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is The In-Laws?

1 h 43 min

The In-Laws runs 1 h 43 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The In-Laws?

Critics89
Audiences78

Not quite. Critics rate The In-Laws higher (89) than audiences (78). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was The In-Laws a box office hit?

Budget$9 million
Box office$38 million

Yes. It cost about $9 million to make and earned $38 million worldwide, 4.2 times its budget.

What language is The In-Laws in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The In-Laws?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The In-Laws in 71 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The In-Laws use?

Hot Paint Job"Eureka!" MomentSoundtrack DissonanceO.O.C. Is Serious BusinessFaint in ShockShout-OutGory Discretion ShotActually Pretty Funny"Open!" Says MeOne Last SmokeFanserviceCasual Danger Dialogueand 23 more

TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for The In-Laws, including Hot Paint Job, "Eureka!" Moment, Soundtrack Dissonance.