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17 Again

Play trailer Poster for 17 Again PG-13 Released Apr 17, 2009 1h 42m Comedy Play Trailer Watchlist
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Mike O'Donnell (Matthew Perry) was a high-school basketball star with a bright future, but he threw it all away to marry his girlfriend and raise their child. Almost 20 years later, Mike's marriage has failed, his kids think he's a loser, and his job is going nowhere. He gets a chance to correct the mistakes of his past and change his life when he is miraculously transformed into a teenager (Zac Efron), but in trying to fix his past, Mike may be jeopardizing his present and future.
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Though it uses a well-worn formula, 17 Again has just enough Zac Efron charm to result in a harmless, pleasurable teen comedy.

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Caryn James Marie Claire Endearingly funny. Dec 14, 2017 Full Review Tim Robey Daily Telegraph (UK) Rated: 3/5 Apr 23, 2009 Full Review Nell Minow Beliefnet It relies primarily on charm and unabashed sweetness that perfectly suits Efron's easy grace. Rated: B+ Apr 22, 2009 Full Review Rachel Wagner Rachel's Reviews (YouTube) Clever teen comedy that understands the frustrations of being a teen Aug 28, 2024 Full Review Joe Lipsett Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr Podcast A surprisingly enjoyable body swap comedy. Efron is winsome in his first non-HSM vehicle and while the incest storyline is cringey, he and Mann have great chemistry. Far too much Lennon, however. Rated: 3/5 Jan 9, 2024 Full Review Germain Lussier io9.com The relatability and vulnerability that Perry brings to Mike are what truly elevates 17 Again. Nov 3, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Alexander B I really wanted to like this movie but sadly it was a waste of a good idea. It had a great cast, cinematography and acing. However the jokes and dialog were terrible. The story was also really predictable and nonsensical. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 06/07/25 Full Review Fabrícia F Uma comédia prazerosa e interessante. O charme do roteiro funciona bem aliado a química do elenco. Ótimo para assistir no sofá de casa com um balde de pipoca e refrigerante em um fim de semana de descanso. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/11/25 Full Review Horror fan 4 A very funny comedy. Thomas Lennon was hilarious. Rip to Mathew Perry and Michelle Trachtenberg. Tim Treakle Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/08/25 Full Review Ian H Sweet, funny comedy with likeable characters and a predictable but satisfying ending Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/14/25 Full Review Corinna S It does what you expect it to do. Trigger warnings: - a few romantic feelings in the family that are very awkward to watch - RIP Matthew Perry - he's 17 making eyes at like a 40 year old - she doesn't know he's her husband - you should really not think about this movie nor should you question it Rated 3 out of 5 stars 12/21/24 Full Review Eduarda O eu já disseeeee que eu amo quando os personagens batem a cabeça e vivem uma vida diferentes, eu disseeee!!!! podemos dizer que este aqui pagou com a língua. o filme é divertido, tem umas estranhices de 2009 mas nada que faz-nos contorcer de desconforto (mentira. a cena a qual ele vai beijar sua esposa que na verdade não é mais porque é mãe do seu melhor amigo de colégio é muito esquisita). as cenas são visualmente agradáveis por conta da fotografia e a vinheta que estava me incomodando no início logo não notei mais. Zac Efron está muito lindinho aqui como estrela teen e é bom ver ele atuar antes da sua cara de sapato. muito bom, me diverti com essa bobeira, principalmente com o bully sendo humilhado no colégio. se fosse na vida real, um soco seria desferido na cara do coisinha rapidinho. mas foi divertido. achei super fofo e dahorinha. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/24/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Burr Steers

Director

Zac Efron

Young Mike O'Donnell

Leslie Mann

Scarlet

Thomas Lennon

Ned Gold

Matthew Perry

Adult Mike O'Donnell

Tyler Steelman

Ned Gold (Teen)

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17 Again

(L-R) Zac Efron as Mike and Thomas Lennon as Ned in "17 Again." Thomas Lennon as Ned in "17 Again." (L-R) Sterling Knight as Alex, Michelle Trachtenberg as Maggie and Matthew Perry as adult Mike in "17 Again." Michelle Trachtenberg as Maggie and Zac Efron as Mike in "17 Again." Michelle Trachtenberg as Maggie in "17 Again." Leslie Mann as Scarlet and Zac Efron as Mike in "17 Again." (L-R) Zac Efron as Mike and Thomas Lennon as Ned in "17 Again." View more photos

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Synopsis Mike O'Donnell (Matthew Perry) was a high-school basketball star with a bright future, but he threw it all away to marry his girlfriend and raise their child. Almost 20 years later, Mike's marriage has failed, his kids think he's a loser, and his job is going nowhere. He gets a chance to correct the mistakes of his past and change his life when he is miraculously transformed into a teenager (Zac Efron), but in trying to fix his past, Mike may be jeopardizing his present and future.
Director
Burr Steers
Producer
Jennifer Gibgot, Adam Shankman
Screenwriter
Jason Filardi
Distributor
Warner Bros.
Production Co
Offspring Entertainment
Rating
PG-13 (Some Sexual Material|Language|Teen Partying)
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Apr 17, 2009, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 1, 2011
Box Office (Gross USA)
$64.1M
Runtime
1h 42m
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