14 Going on 30
Danny is hopelessly in love with his teacher Peggy Noble. Of course she doesn't even notice him while she plans to marry the obnoxious coach Roy "Jack-jaw" Kelton. When Danny's friend Lloyd invents a growth accelerator for fruit and vegetables to "solve world hunger", Danny uses it on himself and as an adult tries to show her Roy's real personality. However at his first appearance at school as an adult, he's mistaken for someone else...
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Plot Summary
On her 13th birthday in 1987, Jenna Rink makes a wish to be thirty, fun, and fabulous. Waking up as her 30-year-old self in 2004, she finds herself a successful magazine editor but estranged from her childhood best friend and realizing her adult life is not what she imagined. Jenna must navigate her new reality, confront the choices she's made, and try to recapture the joy and innocence of her youth.
Critical Reception
13 Going on 30 was a critical and commercial success, widely praised for its charming premise, Jennifer Garner's effervescent performance, and its nostalgic appeal. It resonated with audiences for its heartfelt story and feel-good message.
What Reviewers Say
- A delightful and charming romantic comedy with a standout performance from Jennifer Garner.
- Captures the nostalgia of the 80s while delivering a universally relatable coming-of-age story.
- Offers a refreshing blend of humor, heart, and fantasy.
Google audience: Audiences loved the film's fun and lighthearted tone, Jennifer Garner's performance, and the nostalgic trip back to the 1980s. Many found it to be a feel-good movie with a heartwarming message about friendship and self-acceptance.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Actress (Jennifer Garner) at the MTV Movie Awards and Saturn Awards.
Fun Fact
Jennifer Garner was actually 31 years old when she played the role of 13-year-old Jenna Rink.
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