Fathers' Day

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"All she said was "My son is yours." Unfortunately, she said it to both of them."
  • PG-13
  • 1997
  • 1 hr 38 min
  • 5.3  (16,426)
  • 43

Fathers' Day is a comedy film released in 1997 that tells the story of two very different men who are brought together on a mission to find a runaway teenage girl named Nastassja Kinski. The film stars Robin Williams as Dale Putley, a neurotic writer who is notorious for being a deadbeat dad, and Billy Crystal as Jack Lawrence, a laid-back lawyer who seems to have the perfect family life.

The movie opens with Dale being woken up by a phone call from his ex-girlfriend telling him that he has a son. He immediately panics and rushes over to her house to see the boy, but after a short conversation, he realizes that the boy is not his son. Disappointed and dejected, Dale returns home to find Jack waiting for him on his doorstep.

Jack has bad news for Dale: he has just received a letter from his ex-girlfriend telling him that he has a son named Scott who has run away from home. Jack is desperate to find his son and asks Dale for help, explaining that the girl Scott is with has a fetish for older men, hence the involvement of Nastassja Kinski.

Despite their initial reluctance to work together, Jack and Dale set off on a road trip to find Scott, and as they journey through the country, they encounter a series of misadventures and comic mishaps. Along the way, they engage in witty banter and try to come to terms with their own personal shortcomings, including Dale's fear of commitment and Jack's tendency to prioritize work over his family.

As they draw closer to finding Scott, the two men start to bond and become friends, and they realize that they have a lot to learn from each other. When they finally catch up with the runaway teenagers, they face an unexpected twist that puts their newfound friendship to the test.

Fathers' Day is a heartwarming film that explores the complexities of fatherhood and the different ways in which men cope with the challenges of parenting. Robin Williams and Billy Crystal deliver stellar performances that showcase their unique comedic talents, and their chemistry on screen is undeniable.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus also appears in the film as a quirky and flirtatious woman who catches Dale's eye, adding a touch of romance to the plot. The soundtrack features songs by popular artists such as Elton John and Van Morrison, adding to the film's feel-good vibe.

Overall, Fathers' Day is an entertaining and charming movie that will make viewers laugh, cry, and reflect on the universal joys and struggles of parenthood. It's a must-watch for fans of Williams and Crystal, as well as anyone who appreciates a good comedy with heart.

Fathers' Day is a 1997 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.3 and a MetaScore of 43.

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  • Release Date
    1997
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    1 hr 38 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.3  (16,426)
  • Metascore
    43
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