
Mr. Mom
1983, Comedy, 1h 31m
23 Reviews 25,000+ RatingsWhat to know
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Mr. Mom makes up for its stereotype-driven premise with a sweet script and charming work from a well-matched cast led by Michael Keaton and Teri Garr. Read critic reviews
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Jack
Caroline
Joan
Alex
Kenny
Megan
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Critic Reviews for Mr. Mom
All Critics (23) | Top Critics (3) | Fresh (18) | Rotten (5)
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Reinforcing traditional gender roles is the entire point of 1983's Mr Mom.
January 14, 2021 | Full Review… -
They had a great idea here. It's too bad they didn't follow it through on a human level, instead of making it feel made up and artificial and twice-removed, from the everyday experience it pretends to be about.
October 23, 2004 | Rating: 2/4 | Full Review… -
Sit-com material, ably done, with Keaton's off-kilter delivery a highlight.
August 7, 2003 | Rating: 3/5 -
The movie takes advantage of classic themes. [Full Review in Spanish]
September 25, 2019 | Full Review… -
It won't find its way onto any top ten lists of [John Hughes'] work, but it's far more enjoyable than the bulk of his '90s credits, and is anchored by a fun performance from a baby-faced Michael Keaton.
October 18, 2017 | Full Review… -
...benefits substantially from Keaton's almost unreasonably charismatic turn as the title character...
March 28, 2014 | Rating: 2.5/4 | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for Mr. Mom
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Feb 04, 2015Michael Keaton stars as Mr. Mom in this wacky family comedy. After getting laid off Jack Butler is forced to become a stay-at-home dad when his wife is able to find a job and he isn't. Teri Garr and Martin Mull co-star and give nice performances, but this is really Keaton's show and he delivers; bringing a lot of charisma and personality to the film. However, the writing is rather weak and relies too much on bumbling parent clichés and tropes. Additionally, the subplot about the wife's new job is poorly served and is awkwardly shoehorned into the film. But despite its problems, Mr. Mom is an entertaining romp with some good laughs.Dann M Super Reviewer
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Feb 03, 2011Just saw this movie the other day after not seeing it since I was a little rugrat.It use to be 1 of my favorites but now It remind's me more of a Sunday comic strip coming to life with the out of control vacuum cleaner,washer & some of the characters.Oh wellBrody M Super Reviewer
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Sep 06, 2010A cute and funny family film with two great comedy actors: Keaton and Garr. I really liked this movie.Aj V Super Reviewer
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Jul 21, 2010I saw pieces of this the other day when it was on TV. It was just ehhh. I can't see myself watching this again.Sarah P Super Reviewer
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