The Family Man

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The Family Man

PG-13

Released Dec 22, 2000

2h 5m

Romance

Comedy

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Jack's lavish, fast-paced lifestyle changes one Christmas night when he stumbles into a grocery store holdup and disarms the gunman. The next morning he wakes up in bed lying next to Kate, his college sweetheart he left in order to pursue his career, and to the horrifying discovery that his former life no longer exists. As he stumbles through this alternate suburban universe, Jack finds himself at a crossroad where he must choose between his high-power career and the woman he loves.

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Critics Consensus

The Family Man's earnest attempt to remind audiences that it's a wonderful life too often steers into schmaltz, although Nicolas Cage and Téa Leoni's romantic rapport adds a dash of sincere sweetness.

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Nell Minow

Common Sense Media

Pleasant movie despite some predictability.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 28, 2010

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Time Out

It's rare that an American movie lets slip such a snobbish distaste for the humdrum lives of its blue-collar audience base, but of course it doesn't last.

Jan 26, 2006

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Marrit Ingman

Austin Chronicle

A holiday film Joe Lieberman could love, unembarrassed by its wholesome, sugary pro-family message.

Rated: 2/5

Mar 10, 2003

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Natasha Alvar

Hallmarkies Podcast

It's a film that's trying to get you to think about what brings value to your life. [...] I also like that it's about second chances - you can walk away from certain things but there's also a chance to get back to them.

Jan 5, 2025

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Rachel Wagner

Hallmarkies Podcast

Makes you think about the different paths you could have taken in life. Sweet film

Dec 24, 2024

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Mae Abdulbaki

Screen Rant

The Family Man's premise is simple yet heartfelt and beautiful, with an aching sense of solitude and profundity permeating the film.

Rated: 9/10

Dec 19, 2024

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Fella S.

Great family movie Nicolas cage in his prime. I feel this movie is super underrated and a lot of people ignore the lesson this movie teaches

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/03/25

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Tom R

If you are a fan of "It's a Wonderful Life" you will enjoy this modern remake. Perfectly cast. Nick Cage, Tea Leoni give brilliant performances and Don Cheadle as the "angel" was genius. The climatic ending was also brilliant when Cage's character realizes that family is so much more important than money!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/26/25

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Susan S

This is one of my favorite movies, one of those I stop and watch every time it is on. I can't believe it isn't rated higher. The casting is perfection, it makes you laugh, tugs at your heart and leaves you with the feeling anything and love is possible.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/18/25

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MaryAnn C

Though I have never liked Nicholas Cage, I do really love this movie..even enough to forget that he's in it. I guess never having a family, the movie kind of invites you in so you can dream for a little while..just a little while. Tea Leoni is great, and perfect for this role and I have to grudgingly admit that Cage isn't bad..as long as he's not singing.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/15/25

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Bernard D

A really underrated Christmas movie. Strong cast, nice message. Sure it pulls off of Wonderful Life but it doesn't change the quality of the movie. The soundtrack is awesome as well.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

12/31/24

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Nevil M

Fantastic suburban Christmas movie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/29/24

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Synopsis

Jack's lavish, fast-paced lifestyle changes one Christmas night when he stumbles into a grocery store holdup and disarms the gunman. The next morning he wakes up in bed lying next to Kate, his college sweetheart he left in order to pursue his career, and to the horrifying discovery that his former life no longer exists. As he stumbles through this alternate suburban universe, Jack finds himself at a crossroad where he must choose between his high-power career and the woman he loves.

Director: Brett Ratner
Producer: Marc Abraham, Tony Ludwig, Alan Riche, Howard Rosenman
Screenwriter: David Diamond, David Weissman
Distributor: MCA/Universal Pictures [us], Universal Pictures
Production Co: Riche-Ludwig Productions, Saturn Films, Beacon Communications, Beacon Pictures, Howard Rosenman Productions
Rating: PG-13 (Strong Language|Sensuality)
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 22, 2000, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 10, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $75.8M
Runtime: 2h 5m
Sound Mix: Dolby Stereo, DTS, SDDS, Surround, Dolby Digital, Dolby SR
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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