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In the Family

2011Movie2 h 49 min

79
GreatGoodWatch score

A deeply moving, melancholic drama movie about family and everyday modern life, with standout characters.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

In the town of Martin, Tennessee, Chip Hines, a precocious six year old, has only known life with his two dads, Cody and Joey. And a good life it is. When Cody dies suddenly in a car accident, Joey and Chip struggle to find their footing again. Just as they begin to, Cody's will reveals that he named his sister as Chip's guardian. The years of Joey's acceptance into the family unravel as Chip is taken away from him. In his now solitary home life, Joey searches for a solution. The law is not on his side, but friends are. Armed with their comfort and inspired by memories of Cody, Joey finds a path to peace with the family and closer to his son.

Feels like

  • LGBTQ+ Drama
  • Family Law
  • Custody Battle
  • Grief & Loss
  • Small-Town America
  • Emotional Resonance
  • Character-Driven
  • Slow-Paced
  • Thoughtful & Intimate

Cast

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Directed by
Patrick Wang
Written by
Patrick Wang

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Facts

November 4, 2011 · 2 h 49 min · Drama

Released
November 4, 2011
Runtime
2 h 49 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
19 countries

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream In the Family?"

Questions about In the Family

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream In the Family?

In the United States, In the Family is free with ads on Hoopla. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. It also streams in 15 other countries.

Is In the Family worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 82). Critics rate it higher (89 out of 100) than audiences (70).

Is In the Family okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is In the Family plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is In the Family good for date night?

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