13 Going on 30

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13 Going on 30

PG-13

2004

1h 37m

Romance

Comedy

Fantasy

Drama

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A girl who's sick of the social strictures of junior high is transformed into a grownup overnight. In this feel-good fairy tale, teenager Jenna (Christa B. Allen) wants a boyfriend, and when she's unable to find one, she fantasizes about being a well-adjusted adult. Suddenly, her secret desire becomes a reality, and she is transformed into a 30-year-old (Jennifer Garner). But adulthood, with its own set of male-female challenges, isn't as easy as it looks.

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Critics Consensus

Although the plot leaves a lot to be desired, 13 Going on 30 will tug at your inner teenager's heartstrings thanks in large part to a dazzling performance from Jennifer Garner.

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Peter Bradshaw

Guardian

03/26/2020

A few laughs, but the premise is not developed with much comic flair.

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Keith Phipps

AV Club

03/26/2020

Apart from the moment when Garner unselfconsciously flirts with a 13-year-old boy, the film is pretty much devoid of comic spark, and though it seems to have sweet intentions, it keeps sending mixed messages.

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Nell Minow

Common Sense Media

08/26/2010

4/5

Touching and hilarious Jennifer Garner romcom.

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Rachel LaBonte

Screen Rant

Jan 13

8/10

On top of its great premise and romance, 13 Going on 30 is a wonderful celebration of girlhood and staying true to yourself in the face of growing up.

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Don Shanahan

Cinephile Hissy Fit Podcast

05/06/2024

Mark Ruffalo has charm to spare.

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

10/30/2021

3/4

Jennifer Garner possesses the flair and instincts of a screwball comedienne.

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Ed R

2d

A fantastic and unique comedy that is worth the watch!

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Carlos C

Oct 25

Buenisima, la recomiendo

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Ana B

Oct 9

The end of the film is indeed a little predictable, but the scene's are heartwarming and entertainig, so it makes up for it. It's awesome, especially if you're fond of Romcom movies. The problems she faces are relatable because you can encounter them in your ordinary daily life.

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Aluna U

Sep 29

13 Going on 30 offers a charming story that reveals the complexities of adulthood, contrasting youthful fantasies with real-life challenges. The film is well-structured, blending humor and touching moments, though its ending focuses mainly on romance, missing deeper exploration of Jenna’s career ambitions. With strong performances, especially from Jennifer Garner, and a fitting soundtrack, this lighthearted film remains a delightful watch perfect for weekend replays. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)

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Naviwinn w

Jun 28

Enjoyable movie but objectively bad

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Jun 1

Man, this was a hard watch, it's like an "inspiration" of Big (1988)...

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Synopsis

A girl who's sick of the social strictures of junior high is transformed into a grownup overnight. In this feel-good fairy tale, teenager Jenna (Christa B. Allen) wants a boyfriend, and when she's unable to find one, she fantasizes about being a well-adjusted adult. Suddenly, her secret desire becomes a reality, and she is transformed into a 30-year-old (Jennifer Garner). But adulthood, with its own set of male-female challenges, isn't as easy as it looks.

Director: Gary Winick
Producer: Susan Arnold, Gina Matthews, Donna Arkoff Roth
Screenwriter: Josh Goldsmith, Rita Hsiao, Cathy Yuspa
Distributor: Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures Entertainment
Production Co: Revolution Studios, Sony Pictures Television, Thirteen Productions LLC
Rating: PG-13 (Some Sexual Content|Brief Drug References)
Genre: Romance, Comedy, Fantasy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 14, 2004, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 16, 2010
Box Office (Gross USA): $56.0M
Runtime: 1h 37m
Sound Mix: Surround, Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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