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Big Daddy

1999·Movie
1h 33min·PG-13

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Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline2
  • Tension2

Heart

Hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Hopefulness7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Physical Comedy7
  • Cringe Humor6

World

Family and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography5
  • Editing5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

Nature called. Look who answered.

A lazy law school grad adopts a kid to impress his girlfriend, but everything doesn't go as planned. Now he's forced to grow up while navigating the challenges of fatherhood.
Adam Sandler ComedyUnconventional Family StorySlapstick HumorHeartwarming Moments90s NostalgiaComing-of-Age (Adult)Hilarious Child PerformanceNew York SettingFeel-Good Comedy

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Big Daddy

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Where can I stream Big Daddy legally?

Big Daddy 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 Big Daddy worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 39%, and Metacritic 42). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Big Daddy rated?

PG-13Strong languageDrug use

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and drug use.

How long is Big Daddy?

1 h 33 min

Big Daddy runs 1 h 33 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Big Daddy?

Critics41
Audiences68

Not quite. Audiences rate Big Daddy higher (68) than critics (41). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Big Daddy a box office hit?

Budget$34 million
Box office$235 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $34 million to make and earned $235 million worldwide, 6.9 times its budget.

What language is Big Daddy in?

EnglishItalian

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

In how many countries can I watch Big Daddy?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Big Daddy in 118 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Big Daddy use?

Gilligan FadeBig EaterDoorstop BabyKnight of CerebusMathematician's AnswerPersonal ArcadeBrilliant, but LazySpiritual SuccessorProduct PlacementNon-Specifically ForeignYou Have GOT to Be Kidding Me!Likes Older Menand 77 more

TV Tropes lists 89 storytelling tropes for Big Daddy, including Gilligan Fade, Big Eater, Doorstop Baby.