Tooth Fairy
Tooth Fairy

Tooth Fairy

2010Movie101 minEnglish

When minor-league hockey player Derek Thompson -- who has a penchant for knocking out his opponents' teeth every time he plays -- disillusions a fan, he is sentenced to a stint for one week as a bona fide, tutu-clad, real-life tooth fairy. Soon, Derek is inspired to rekindle his youthful dreams.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes17%
Metacritic32/100
Google Users54%
Director: Michael LembeckGenres: Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A tough minor-league hockey player known for his powerful slap shot, Derek Thompson, is nicknamed the 'Tooth Fairy' for knocking opponents' teeth out on the ice. When he breaks a young fan's dreams by telling him the Tooth Fairy isn't real, he finds himself magically sentenced to serving as a real Tooth Fairy. Tasked with collecting children's lost teeth, Derek struggles with the fairy wings, tutu, and magic, all while trying to maintain his hockey career and his relationship with his girlfriend and her children.

Critical Reception

Tooth Fairy received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the humor lacking. Audiences were somewhat more receptive, appreciating the family-friendly nature and Dwayne Johnson's performance, but it was largely considered a light and forgettable children's film.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film relies heavily on predictable gags and a weak premise.
  • Dwayne Johnson's charisma is evident but not enough to save the flimsy story.
  • A bland and uninspired family comedy that offers little entertainment value for adults.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a harmless and cute film suitable for young children, appreciating Dwayne Johnson's effort. However, many also noted that it was predictable and not particularly engaging for older viewers.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson reportedly trained in ballet for his role as the Tooth Fairy, aiming to make his fairy persona believable and agile.

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Kamurai

Kamurai

Decent watch, probably won't watch again, but can recommend, especially for Rock fans. I've fantasized about Dwayne Johnson in a tutu as much as the next guy, but this is kind of the movie equivalent of when the Rock went heel in the WWE...