Skeeter Bronson is a down-on-his-luck guy who's always telling bedtime stories to his niece and nephew. But his life is turned upside down when the fantastical stories he makes up for entertainment inexplicably turn into reality. Can a bewildered Skeeter manage his own unruly fantasies now that the outrageous characters and situations from his mind have morphed into actual people and events?
A hotel handyman discovers that the fairy tales he tells his nieces and nephews begin to come true, with him as the protagonist. As he tries to use this power to his advantage, the stories become wilder and more unpredictable, forcing him to learn the importance of living his own life rather than relying on fantastical tales.
Bedtime Stories was met with generally negative reviews from critics, who found the film to be a predictable and formulaic family comedy. While some acknowledged its lighthearted entertainment value for younger audiences, most found the plot uninspired and the humor lacking.
Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a fun and lighthearted watch, especially for families with younger children. While some appreciated the creativity of the premise and Adam Sandler's performance, others felt the story was too simple and lacked originality.
The film was originally conceived with a different storyline and was intended for a PG rating, but it was re-written and re-shot to be more of a family-friendly comedy suitable for a PG audience.
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