Daddy's Home

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BadNews R Daddy’s Home is a comedy that pairs two heavyweights of the genre: Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg. The premise sets up Ferrell as the awkward, overly wholesome stepfather trying to win over his stepkids, while Wahlberg swoops in as the charming but rough-around-the-edges biological dad with a criminal/con-man streak. What follows is a clash of personalities, egos, and over-the-top antics that make for a modern throwback to the kind of broad, goofy comedies you’d expect from the 90s. The film works best when it leans into the chemistry between Ferrell and Wahlberg. Their constant back-and-forth one-upmanship is pure comedic energy—whether they’re sabotaging each other’s parenting attempts or escalating their ridiculous feud. Even if you’re not a die-hard Ferrell fan (and honestly, I’m not), this is one of his more palatable roles. He dials down the shouting and absurdity just enough to make his “goofy nice guy” persona actually work, especially when contrasted with Wahlberg’s more grounded tough-guy routine. Mark Wahlberg, meanwhile, shines as the “bad guy funny guy.” He brings that cocky, smug confidence he’s perfected over the years, but adds just enough charm to keep his character likable. It’s fun to watch him push Ferrell’s buttons, and even more fun when Ferrell awkwardly tries to push back. Together, they play off each other extremely well, elevating the film beyond its otherwise formulaic setup. That being said, Daddy’s Home isn’t without its flaws. The script is uneven, with plenty of jokes that fall flat or drag on a little too long. Some of the supporting characters (like Linda Cardellini, who plays the mom stuck in the middle) feel underwritten and underused, existing mainly to react to the chaos rather than drive the story. And while the movie delivers laughs, it doesn’t offer much originality. You can see most of the punchlines coming from a mile away. Still, despite its imperfections, the film is undeniably entertaining. It has that light, easygoing energy that makes it perfect for a casual rewatch. I’ve revisited it a few times myself—not because it’s a must-see classic, but because it’s just fun enough to throw on when you want some mindless laughs. Verdict: Daddy’s Home isn’t a perfect comedy, but it’s a funny, enjoyable one. Ferrell and Wahlberg’s chemistry is the heart of the movie, and it’s what makes it worth checking out. It may not be a film I rush to revisit often, but when I do, it still manages to make me laugh. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 09/15/25 Full Review Audience Member Wasn’t funny at all. It was just irritating and dumb. There wasn’t a single time I laughed during the movie. Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 09/14/25 Full Review Koi P The storyline is annoying by fault, but it's still funny. I couldn't help but laugh. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/14/25 Full Review I Am F Wow, a good premise can make a film with annoying characters and stupid plot lines. Wasted potential. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 09/10/25 Full Review tommy J Kind of a dumb movie but it's still fun. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 07/18/25 Full Review Stephen C Funny in 1 hour and 36 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Starring John Cena, Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The USA grossed over $150,300,000.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/12/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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