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Mrs. Doubtfire
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53 out of 100

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8.1 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 24 Ratings

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  • Starring: Robin Williams, Sally Field
  • Summary: An unemployed actor (Williams) loses custody of his children after his wife leaves him. Desperate to spend more time with the kids, the crafty thespian decides to dress up as a 60-year-old British woman and interview with his ex-wife for a nanny position. He lands the job, but he'll have to give the performance of his life to keep it. (Fox)… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 16
  3. Negative: 3 out of 16
  1. Variety
    Reviewed by: Brian Lowry
    90
    Director Chris Columbus shrewdly brings together many of the same selling points as in his "Home Alone" movies, mixing broad comedic strokes with heavy-handed messages about the magical power of family.
  2. Washington Post
    Reviewed by: Desson Thomson
    60
    Williams has to break out of a second-rate "Tootsie" imitation, ankles clamped in pathos and face covered in latex. He pulls it off in the end, but it's not pretty.
  3. Austin Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Robert Faires
    30
    It's just raw, uncoated stupidity that sticks in your throat.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Myles#13
    10
    Look... if you love Robin Williams's work (like I do), you will love this movie. Williams is at his very best in 'Mrs. Doubtfire�39;... every scene he's in will bring a smile and a laugh to your face. He manages to disappear within his disguise, the sign of a phenomenal actor... even though you know it's him, you'll have to think twice. MUST-SEE!… Expand
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  2. Zilcell
    10
    It is a beautiful film. With a perfect blend of comedy and heartwarming moments, its a winner. This is one of those movies that will change your life when you see it.… Expand
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  3. GerrickC.
    8
    This movie allows for some seriousness along with some of William's comedic abilities. The movie has one overlying theme: family. Williams shows his sensitive side and his ability of portraying older women with funny accents. The movie is funny, sad, and also very good.… Expand
    • 1 of 1 users said yes

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