The Family Way

2017Movie1 h 48 min

63
DecentGoodWatch score

A romance movie about family and everyday modern life.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

Bob and Greta De Jaegher are happily married for 40 years. They can look back on a rich and fulfilled life. Their 2 sons Steve and Carl have a successful life as well. Steve is a talented and recognized film-director and Carl is a promising cook. Steve's wife Billie wrote a bestseller about happiness and wants to start a family with her husband. Brother-in-law Rik, who works at the zoo, tries to pick up his life with his kids, after his wife died two years ago. To mark their 40th wedding anniversary, Bob and Greta organize a family weekend. They want to announce something very important. Their new plans are a sure hit for the family De Jaegher, but that's not the only thing - What had to be a cheerful gathering of the family, turns out to be something nobody expected.

Feels like

  • Belgian Family Drama
  • Generational Conflicts
  • Unexpected Revelations
  • Relationship Dynamics
  • Humorous Moments
  • Life Challenges
  • Anniversary Celebration
  • Character-Driven
  • Grief and Recovery

Cast

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Directed by
Dries Vos

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Facts

February 22, 2017 · 1 h 48 min · Romance, Comedy

Released
February 22, 2017
Runtime
1 h 48 min
Genres
Romance, Comedy
Original language
Dutch
Made in
Belgium
Available in
67 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream The Family Way?"

Questions about The Family Way

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Where can I stream The Family Way?

It streams in 32 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Family Way worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 5.7).

Is The Family Way okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will The Family Way make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly situational comedy (6 of 10) and sharp wit (5 of 10).

Is The Family Way good for date night?

and 5 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Family Way in English?

Dutch

No, it was made in Dutch.