Mrs. Doubtfire

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Mrs. Doubtfire

PG-13

Released Nov 24, 1993

2h 5m

Kids & Family

Comedy

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An unemployed actor disguises himself as an elderly nanny in order to spend more time with his estranged family.

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Critics Consensus

On paper, Mrs. Doubtfire might seem excessively broad or sentimental, but Robin Williams shines so brightly in the title role that the end result is difficult to resist.

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David Denby

New York Magazine/Vulture

Much of it feels synthetic and crude, more the result of engineering than inspiration. The [filmmakers] put a commercial glaze on everything, as if a future TV series were taking over the movie even as it was unreeling in the projector.

Sep 22, 2022

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Duane Byrge

The Hollywood Reporter

This comedy's warm and soothing nature will give mainstream audiences in these dysfunctional-family times a perfect holiday uplift.

Dec 6, 2019

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Brian Lowry

Variety

Although overly sappy in places and probably 20 minutes too long, this Robin Williams-in-drag vehicle provides the comic a slick surface for doing his shtick, within a story possessing broad family appeal.

Jul 22, 2008

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Rachel Wagner

Rachel's Reviews (YouTube)

Wins you over with its message and big heart

Sep 14, 2024

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Bill Cosford

Miami Herald

You can't take Mrs. Doubtfire seriously for a moment, its daddy-track sympathies notwithstanding, and you'll know exactly where it's going at every turn. You'll laugh, though Robin Williams will not be denied,

Rated: 2.5/4

Aug 18, 2021

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

A somewhat grotesque take on Mary Poppins, this picture has an attitude and style all its own.

Rated: 10/10

Sep 16, 2020

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Bronson K.

My favorite comedy film. This film is hilarious. The ending is perfect!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/01/25

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Blu B

A Robin Williams Classic. It's got that Columbus feel to it all over and ozzes early 90's. Really good sountrack. Overall it's solid. The biggest weakness I'd say here is the script isn't the sharpest thing ever. Bouncing between his new job, his relationship with his wife, the new boyfriend, the children, and the gags in between. It feels like it all makes perfect sense but doesn't tie that well together scene to scene. It can feel a bit like one big montage or a SNL skit at certain times rather than one coohesive narrative the entire way. It also does require a bit of suspense of disbelief that his whole family doesn't recognize him in disguise at all. But it works well thanks to Williams who is the best thing in this and is really good playing two characters and does a great job in the suit. It's consistently funny also and I did like the ending which brings it all home. Would've been nice if it did it the whole way rather than just laughs but it's a funny wholesome time. Anyone who is a fan of the director, any actors in this, comedies, or a family film that has a fun way of looking at divorce for kids should check this out.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

09/01/25

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Jack S.

I thought it was a bit mid. There was some parts I liked and some parts I disliked. It was funny and a great movie but not exactly my favorite.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

08/17/25

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Gregory E.

Mrs. Doubtfire (1993) This movie is an absolute classic and one of my favorites. Robin Williams is incredible as Daniel, a father who disguises himself as a housekeeper to spend more time with his children after a divorce. His performance is hilarious, heartwarming, and full of the energy that only Robin Williams can bring. One of my favorite aspects of the movie is how it balances humor with emotion. The comedic moments, like the outrageous disguises and zany antics, are perfectly paired with genuinely touching scenes about family, love, and the importance of being there for your kids. For me, it’s a movie that never gets old. It’s funny, heartfelt, and endlessly rewatchable — a true classic that always makes me smile.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/16/25

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Joey G

This is my family’s favorite movie!!!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

06/09/25

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Audience Member

I enjoyed Mrs. Doubtfire. Very funny and entertaining. I kinda felt the story was a bit too slow though. But Mrs. Doubtfire was still a really good movie.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

06/05/25

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Synopsis

An unemployed actor disguises himself as an elderly nanny in order to spend more time with his estranged family.

Director: Chris Columbus
Producer: Robin Williams
Screenwriter: Randi Mayem Singer, Leslie Dixon, Anne Fine, Anne Fine
Distributor: 20th Century Fox
Production Co: 20th Century Fox, Blue Wolf
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Kids & Family, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 24, 1993, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 2, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $219.2M
Runtime: 2h 5m
Sound Mix: Stereo, Dolby SR, Surround
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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