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Doc Hollywood

PG-13 1991 1h 43m Romance Comedy TRAILER for List
69% Tomatometer 51 Reviews 51% Popcornmeter 25,000+ Ratings
Cocky young doctor Ben Stone (Michael J. Fox) is off on a road trip to California in pursuit of a relaxed and high-paying career as a plastic surgeon to the rich and famous. But before he can pass the Mississippi River, he crashes his car on a small-town judge's property in South Carolina and incurs a community service fine, to be served out at the local hospital assisting the aged town doctor, Dr. Hogue (Barnard Hughes). Ben is soon tempted to stay by a pretty ambulance driver (Julie Warner).
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Doc Hollywood isn't particularly graceful in its attempt to put a '90s spin on its Capraesque formula, but a light touch and a charming cast make its flaws easy to forgive.

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Peter Rainer Los Angeles Times The whole sunny production is like Frank Capra with a lobotomy. Jun 24, 2021 Full Review Eleanor Ringel Cater Atlanta Journal-Constitution There's nothing startling here, nothing flashy, nothing complex. Just the solid, old-fashioned pleasure of watching an expert cast carry out a well-crafted story that celebrates the virtues of life off the fast track. Jun 24, 2021 Full Review Michael H. Price Fort Worth Star-Telegram/DFW.com Fox and Julie Warner strike a compelling chemistry despite the relationship's predictability. Rated: 6/10 Jun 24, 2021 Full Review Rene Jordan El Nuevo Herald (Miami) Doc Hollywood isn't that bad, because Michael J. Fox is really good. [Full review in Spanish] Aug 2, 2023 Full Review Roger Moore Movie Nation It may have been lightly regarded when it came out, but I think you can make the case that "Doc Hollywood," a throwback comedy even then, stands the test of time better than most any rom-com of its era. Rated: 3/4 Jun 19, 2022 Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy Pandering pablum, but not without its charms. Rated: 2.5/4 Sep 18, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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Scott H I don’t understand how he ends up in a small southern town in South Carolina after driving two days from DC toward Cali?? Other than that, it was cute. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 08/24/24 Full Review jay s I am 60, not trying to amaze you with comments on lighting, camera work and analysis of the depth of characters. Just giving a review of what I thought of a movie. Doc Hollywood is in my top 15 movies I have watched, ever. Sneaky humor, great cast , it's like everyone is in on the joke. One of my favorite scenes in the movie is the slow dance scene between Doc and Julie Warner. From a crowded dance floor to just the two of them on the floor alone, gliding along smoothly...tremendously well done. This movie is sure to put a smile on your face, and wish for simpler times. Fine pig you got there Doc!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/13/24 Full Review Pillow R A rip-off of Pixar's movie Cars. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 04/27/24 Full Review Sherri L When you want to watch something where so don't have to do a lot of thinking (need some down time) and appreciate the calmer, simpler things in life, this is it. The cast of characters are cool and it's just a fun relaxing movie. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/10/24 Full Review Nawt W Within the idealized portrayal of the American countryside lies a solid plot with a seemingly straightforward choice that the main character has to make: money or love. I can't say that Michael J. Fox wholeheartedly sells his role, and most of his vexation comes off as very overacted. Everyone else is, however, splendid, which makes Ben Stone's shortcomings as a believable character more palatable due to the supporting cast. Not that the movie is trying to be all that truthful; it is a sweet romantic comedy about a guy and girl who can't be together due to circumstances, only to get together in the end after all. What stands out (aside from Burwell's soundtrack) here is the naive fascination with rural Americana that really boils down to: small rural towns: good; megapolis: bad. Even though distinctions are barely outlined and seem superficial, if not for Lou, Ben would have left a long time ago. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 04/03/23 Full Review Detroit A It's a cheesy movie, but I love it. I love the Grady country feel. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/12/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Cocky young doctor Ben Stone (Michael J. Fox) is off on a road trip to California in pursuit of a relaxed and high-paying career as a plastic surgeon to the rich and famous. But before he can pass the Mississippi River, he crashes his car on a small-town judge's property in South Carolina and incurs a community service fine, to be served out at the local hospital assisting the aged town doctor, Dr. Hogue (Barnard Hughes). Ben is soon tempted to stay by a pretty ambulance driver (Julie Warner).
Director
Michael Caton-Jones
Producer
Susan Solt, Deborah D Johnson
Production Co
Warner Bros.
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Romance, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 1, 2009
Box Office (Gross USA)
$51.8M
Runtime
1h 43m
Sound Mix
Surround
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