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The Mighty Ducks (1992)

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Reviews Counted:24

Fresh:2

Rotten:22

Average Rating:3.8/10

Runtime: 1 hr 44 mins

Genre: Comedies

Synopsis: An unruly group of kids needs a coach for their hockey team, and they end with a seemingly heartless exec who's looking to beat a drunk-driving rap by doing community service. After much trial and... An unruly group of kids needs a coach for their hockey team, and they end with a seemingly heartless exec who's looking to beat a drunk-driving rap by doing community service. After much trial and error, "Coach" teaches the boys that cooperation can help them overcome their opponents' superior skills and expertise. And along the way, their young instructor learns a few things about himself -- like the importance of family and friends. [More]

Starring: Emilio Estevez, Lane Smith, Joss Ackland, Heidi Kling

Starring: Emilio Estevez, Lane Smith, Joss Ackland, Heidi Kling, Josef Sommer, Aaron Schwartz, Danny Tamberelli, Elden Ryan Ratliff, J.D. Daniels

Director: Stephen Herek

Director: Stephen Herek
Composer: David Newman

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Apr 11, 2000

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  • The Mighty Ducks
  • Screen favorite Emilio Estevez (STAKEOUT, YOUNG GUNS) stars in THE MIGHTY DUCKS, the hilarious comedy that made moviegoers stand up and cheer! Tough trial lawyer Gordon Bombay (Estevez) never loses. But when he's slapped with a community service assignment, he must coach a ragtag team of pee wee hockey players who can't skate, can't score, and can't win! Reluctantly, Bombay takes on the assignment and soon realizes there are more important things than winning. Armed with this new attitude, feathers fly as Bombay and the Ducks battle along to the toughest game of their lives!
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    Very lame ice-hockey flick.

    Full Review Source: Time Out | comment Comment
    06/24/06
    Derek Adams
    Derek Adams
    Time Out

    I can understand why these unknown child actors were involved with this movie but as for the grown-ups, all I can figure is that they were each fulfilling some kind of community service obligation.

    Full Review Source: Austin Chronicle | comment Comment
    01/01/00
    Marjorie Baumgarten
    Marjorie Baumgarten
    Austin Chronicle

    It must be said that this movie is sweet and innocent, and that at a certain level it might appeal to younger kids. I doubt if its ambitions reach much beyond that.

    Full Review Source: Chicago Sun-Times | comment Comment
    01/01/00
    Roger Ebert
    Roger Ebert
    Chicago Sun-Times
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    A poorly directed and utterly predictable yarn aimed at the small fry, who will probably be entertained by its simplicity.

    Full Review Source: Deseret News, Salt Lake City | comment Comment
    01/01/00
    Chris Hicks
    Chris Hicks
    Deseret News, Salt Lake City

    Steven Brill, who has a small role in the film, constructed the screenplay much as one would put together some of those particleboard bookcases from Ikea.

    Full Review Source: Washington Post | comment Comment
    01/01/00
    Rita Kempley
    Rita Kempley
    Washington Post
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    The film is remarkably oblivious to the fact that if the team weren't hell-bent on a championship, young moviegoers would be significantly less interested in its adventures.

    Full Review Source: New York Times | comment Comment
    05/20/03
    Janet Maslin
    Janet Maslin
    New York Times
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    The script by Steven Brill is pure formula and totally predictable. He takes absolutely no chances.

    Full Review Source: Internet Reviews | comment Comment
    01/01/00
    Steve Rhodes
    Steve Rhodes
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    Those not yet wise to formulaic pablum are likely to enjoy this ice hockey kiddie ensemble comedy. But their older escorts might want to bring a novel and a flashlight, or a Walkman or portable television with earphones.

    Full Review Source: Washington Post | comment Comment
    01/01/00
    Desson Thomson
    Desson Thomson
    Washington Post
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    Harmless enough, but its schematic retread of a screenplay and its lethargic acting detracts from the unassuming, passable entertainment it might have been.

    Full Review Source: TV Guide's Movie Guide | comment Comment
    03/09/09
    TV Guide's Movie Guide

    I chose to work as a cashier at a gas station over being an extra in this. I chose wisely.

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    04/11/03
    Alex Sandell
    Alex Sandell
    Juicy Cerebellum

    Kids play hockey. Part 1.

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    07/27/02
    Scott Weinberg
    Scott Weinberg
    eFilmCritic.com

    No review available.

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    Angela Baldassarre
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    Sympatico.ca

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    Ryan Cracknell
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    Brian Gibson
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    Vue Weekly (Edmonton, Canada)

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    Bob Grimm
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    Las Vegas Mercury

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    Lori Hoffman
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    Atlantic City Weekly

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    Dan Jardine
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    Kevin N. Laforest
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    Montreal Film Journal

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    07/04/05
    Emanuel Levy
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    No review available.

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    01/24/05
    Greg Maki
    Greg Maki
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