The Family Stone
2005, Romance/Other, 1h 44m
158 Reviews 250,000+ RatingsWhat to know
This family holiday dramedy features fine performances but awkward shifts of tone. Read critic reviews
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Cast & Crew
Everett Stone
Meredith Morton
Sybil Stone
Ben Stone
Julie Morton
Amy Stone
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Critic Reviews for The Family Stone
All Critics (158) | Top Critics (48) | Fresh (83) | Rotten (75)
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The Family Stone works hard to warm the cockles of our hearts. The cast is attractive. The sentiments are commendable. But the love Bezucha wants us to feel for the family couldn't possibly compete with the love they already feel for themselves.
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April 1, 2006 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… -
I can't deny the incidental pleasures of watching these talented players giving it their all, even in such a misguided project.
January 5, 2006 | Full Review… -
Like the character of Meredith, the film's bravado cannot mask a messy soul but should be given respect for showing up and sticking it out.
December 21, 2005 | Rating: B -
There are just too many damn characters, with the best ones taking a backseat to the dullish love quadrangle.
December 18, 2005 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… -
It's worth two hours for those who appreciate this kind of workmanlike, low-risk drama.
December 17, 2005 | Rating: 3/4 | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for The Family Stone
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Dec 14, 2012The Family Stone is a messy, convoluted family comedy that gets lost in itself. The story follows Everett Stone as he brings his girlfriend home for Christmas to meet his family, and the shenanigans that ensue. The film has an all-star cast that includes Sarah Jessica Parker, Diane Keaton, Craig T. Nelson, Rachel McAdams, and Luke Wilson. However, the script is weak; going off on several tangents and the tone is constantly changing. As a result, the story never gets going and is constantly battling between comedy and drama. Lacking focus and clear direction, The Family Stone is an underwhelming and chaotic film that's not very entertaining.Dann M Super Reviewer
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Apr 26, 2012The cast give it their best shot, but they can't save this film from a script full of contrived drama and jarring tone inconsistencies. When the film is trying to be dramatic, it feels like a Lifetime channel movie. The relationships are unbelievable and the family comes across as unpleasant and mean. When the film is trying to be funny, it is humorless slapstick that is usually placed after "serious" moments. The movie is also very blandly directed and the cinematography is TV movie quality. Their is some good acting and a few little laughs but the film does not work as a whole. This movie is not a "feel-good" romantic comedy, it is a "feel-bad" TV movie that somehow missed the Lifetime channel.Christopher H Super Reviewer
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Jun 23, 2011Heartwarming. Everyone in this film was exceptional. The acting was outstanding and the story was cleverly and beautifully written. You don't except the ending and Sarah Jessica Parker really did have a good role in this film. A must see!Bethany M Super Reviewer
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Nov 27, 2010Completely underrated! Great film!Jameson W Super Reviewer
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