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Mrs. Doubtfire

1993·Movie
2h 5min·PG-13
68
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Big heart, funny.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Nostalgic and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Wholesome8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Physical Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

Family and everyday modern life

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting9
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchPure Escapism

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About

She makes dinner. She does windows. She reads bedtime stories. She's a blessing... in disguise.

Loving but irresponsible dad Daniel Hillard, estranged from his exasperated spouse, is crushed by a court order allowing only weekly visits with his kids. When Daniel learns his ex needs a housekeeper, he gets the job -- disguised as a British nanny. Soon he becomes not only his children's best pal but the kind of parent he should have been from the start.
Heartwarming Family ComedyIconic Robin Williams PerformanceNostalgic 90s ClassicWholesome EntertainmentEmotional Parent-Child BondLighthearted DramaComfort MovieDomestic Chaos & HumorFeel-Good NarrativeAccessible for All Ages

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Mrs. Doubtfire legally?

Mrs. Doubtfire is included with a subscription to Disney+, Hulu, fuboTV, and FXNow in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on FXNow. 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 Mrs. Doubtfire worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 71%, and Metacritic 54). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Mrs. Doubtfire rated?

PG-13

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

How long is Mrs. Doubtfire?

2 h 5 min

Mrs. Doubtfire runs 2 h 5 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Mrs. Doubtfire?

Critics63
Audiences75

Not quite. Audiences rate Mrs. Doubtfire higher (75) than critics (63). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Mrs. Doubtfire a box office hit?

Budget$25 million
Box office$441 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $441 million worldwide, 17.7 times its budget.

What language is Mrs. Doubtfire in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Mrs. Doubtfire?

85ADAEALARATAUAZBABEBGBOBRCACH+71

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mrs. Doubtfire in 85 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Mrs. Doubtfire use?

Good Is Not SoftNever Trust a TrailerEdible BludgeonTrollFlipping the BirdWhat Have I Become?No Good Deed Goes UnpunishedDeath GlareNice GuyVocal DissonanceFake BritNot So Above It Alland 150 more

TV Tropes lists 162 storytelling tropes for Mrs. Doubtfire, including Good Is Not Soft, Never Trust a Trailer, Edible Bludgeon.