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Old Dogs

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While preparing for an important business deal, two bachelors (John Travolta, Robin Williams) become the unexpected caretakers of twin children. One debacle after another follows, as the two clueless men try to take care of both their business duties and the rambunctious siblings. Though their lives are turned upside-down, the men may just gain an understanding of what is really important in life.
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Its cast tries hard, but Old Dogs is a predictable, nearly witless attempt at physical comedy and moral uplift that misses the mark on both counts.

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Adam Woodward Little White Lies Mar 22, 2010
The jokes are played painfully safe and not even the fleeting presence of a few a name faces detracts from the sheer inanity of the plot and outright creepiness of the film's central pairing. Go to Full Review Derek Malcolm London Evening Standard Mar 22, 2010
1/5
Both Williams and Travolta mug furiously and the kids need locking up. Go to Full Review Tom Charity The Times (UK) Mar 19, 2010
1/5
The pickings are slim going on invisible. Go to Full Review Justin Brown Medium Popcorn Jun 16, 2024
1/5
This had no redeeming qualities. It's a tragedy that this was Bernie Mac's last film. Go to Full Review Brandon Collins Medium Popcorn Jun 16, 2024
1/5
This is only 90 minutes but it felt like five hours. None of the characters were likable and the story was nonsensical. Go to Full Review Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com Sep 18, 2020
1.5/4.0
Irritatingly unfunny. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Kyle M @RT77296778 Sep 16, 2026 There are unfunnily unnecessary gags that are plain lowbrow in execution and intangible punchlines to cap the collective frivolous approach, but, even though tamed from its original cut’s apparent dysfunction, it’s arguably a comedic improvement over the directorial predecessor with the humorous taste carried through its starring genuine dynamic. (B) See more Robert F @RT29345612 Jun 25, 2026 This movie is delightfully funny and silly. These kinds of films are very clearly meant not to be taken seriously. John Travolta and the late Robin Williams were hilarious together! Really don't understand all the hate that it received. Is it a dumb movie? Unquestionably yes. But is it also enjoyably funny? Definitely. Seems to me that critics just take these movies far too seriously. If you enjoy good family comedies, Old Dogs is right for you. Just turn your brain off and enjoy the humor. I would certainly recommend this movie over other comedies, such as Grown ups. See more Ben W @Username618 Apr 25, 2026 Got a laugh out of me. See more Kirstie W @KLoves Dec 15, 2025 Found this movie enjoyable. See more thiago s @Thiagostone Jul 31, 2025 Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajuda a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para fazer o filme ser bom See more Stephen C @bob25009 Jul 13, 2025 Funny in 1 hour and 28 minutes. Rated PG for Mild Rude Humor. In loving memory of Robin Williams (1951-2014). See more Read all reviews
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Walt Becker

Director

John Travolta

Charlie

Robin Williams

Dan

Kelly Preston

Vicki

Conner Rayburn

Zach

Ella Bleu Travolta

Emily

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Old Dogs

(L-R) Ella Bleu Travolta as Emily, Conner Rayburn as Zach, Robin Williams as Dan and Kelly Preston as Vicki in "Old Dogs." (L-R) Ella Bleu Travolta as Emily, Robin Williams as Dan and Conner Rayburn as Zach in "Old Dogs." (L-R) John Travolta as Charlie and Lori Loughlin as Amanda in "Old Dogs." (L-R) Ella Bleu Travolta as Emily, John Travolta as Charlie and Conner Rayburn as Zach in "Old Dogs." (L-R) Matt Dillon as Barry, Ella Bleu Travolta as Emily and Conner Rayburn as Zach in "Old Dogs." Seth Green as Craig in "Old Dogs." (L-R) Rita Wilson as Jenna and Robin Williams as Dan in "Old Dogs." (L-R) Ella Bleu Travolta, Kelly Preston, director Walt Becker and Conner Rayburn on the set of "Old Dogs." (L-R) Kelly Preston, producer Andrew Panay and Rita Wilson on the set of "Old Dogs." (L-R) Dax Shepard and Luis Guzmán in "Old Dogs." View more photos

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Synopsis While preparing for an important business deal, two bachelors (John Travolta, Robin Williams) become the unexpected caretakers of twin children. One debacle after another follows, as the two clueless men try to take care of both their business duties and the rambunctious siblings. Though their lives are turned upside-down, the men may just gain an understanding of what is really important in life.
Director
Walt Becker
Producer
Andrew Panay, Peter Abrams, Robert L. Levy
Screenwriter
David Diamond, David Weissman
Distributor
Walt Disney
Production Co
Tapestry Films
Rating
PG (Mild Rude Humor)
Genre
Kids & Family, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 25, 2009, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 1, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA)
$49.5M
Runtime
1h 28m
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