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Fatherhood

2021·Movie
1h 49min·PG-13

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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Tension3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics10
  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Family, everyday modern life, and a real life story

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

In it, together.

A widowed new dad copes with doubts, fears, heartache and dirty diapers as he sets out to raise his daughter on his own. Inspired by a true story.
Heartwarming DramaSingle Parent StoryFamily ResilienceGrief & HopeBiographical InspirationEmotional JourneyParenting ChallengesLife AffirmingContemporary Realism

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Fatherhood

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Where can I stream Fatherhood legally?

Fatherhood is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. 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 Fatherhood worth watching?

64
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 67%, and Metacritic 53). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Fatherhood rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Fatherhood?

1 h 49 min

Fatherhood runs 1 h 49 min.

Is Fatherhood based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Fatherhood?

Critics60
Audiences67

Yes. Critics average 60 and audiences 67 out of 100, so both groups see Fatherhood much the same way.

What language is Fatherhood in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Fatherhood?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Fatherhood in 132 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Fatherhood use?

Limited Social CircleBears Are Bad NewsInk-Suit ActorNew Neighbours as the Plot Demands

TV Tropes lists 4 storytelling tropes for Fatherhood, including Limited Social Circle, Bears Are Bad News, Ink-Suit Actor.