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The Parent Trap

1998·Movie
2h 8min·PG
IMDb6.7Metacritic637.3Rotten Tomatoes86%71%

Where to watch

Disney+

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The Parent Trap fingerprint

Big heart, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics9

Humor

Some situational comedy and slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Physical Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5

World

Family and everyday modern life

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6
  • Cinematography5

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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You want dark or edgy material

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About

Twice the Fun, Double the Trouble.

Hallie Parker and Annie James are identical twins who were separated at a young age due to their parents' divorce. Unbeknownst to their parents, the girls are sent to the same summer camp, where they meet, discover the truth about their relationship, and come up with a plan to switch places in an effort to reunite their mother and father.
Heartwarming Family ComedyTwin Switch SchemeNostalgic Summer CampRomantic ReconciliationCharming Child PerformancesFeel-Good EntertainmentClassic Disney Live-ActionWholesome Fun

Crew

Directed by:
Nancy Meyers, Charles Shyer, Bruce A. Block
Written by:
Nancy Meyers, Charles Shyer, Erich Kästner
Produced by:
Charles Shyer, Ilene Starger, Bruce A. Block
Composed by:
Bonnie Greenberg, Bonnie Greenberg, Alan Silvestri

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Questions about The Parent Trap

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Parent Trap legally?

Disney+

The Parent Trap is included with a subscription to Disney+ 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 The Parent Trap worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Parent Trap rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The Parent Trap?

2 h 8 min

The Parent Trap runs 2 h 8 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Parent Trap?

Critics75
Audiences70

Yes. Critics average 75 and audiences 70 out of 100, so both groups see The Parent Trap much the same way.

Was The Parent Trap a box office hit?

Budget$15 million
Box office$92 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $15 million to make and earned $92 million worldwide, 6.1 times its budget.

What language is The Parent Trap in?

EnglishFrench

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

In how many countries can I watch The Parent Trap?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Parent Trap in 82 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Parent Trap use?

Women Are WiserAdaptational NationalityHired Help as FamilyAdaptational VillainySpelling for EmphasisKeep It ForeignParents Know Their ChildrenRiddle for the AgesNew Old FlameBlatant LiesFake StaticSommelier Speakand 256 more

TV Tropes lists 268 storytelling tropes for The Parent Trap, including Women Are Wiser, Adaptational Nationality, Hired Help as Family.