Daddy's Home
Daddy's Home

Daddy's Home

2015Movie96 minEnglish

The story of a mild-mannered radio executive who strives to become the best stepdad ever to his wife's two children, but complications ensue when their freewheeling, freeloading real father arrives, forcing stepdad to compete for the affection of the kids.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes43%
Metacritic43/100
Google Users64%
Director: Sean AndersGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A stepfather tries to win over his wife's stepchildren, but his plans are disrupted when their freeloading biological father returns. What ensues is a hilarious and increasingly competitive battle for the kids' affection between the two men. The film explores themes of family, acceptance, and the lengths one will go to for love.

Critical Reception

Daddy's Home received mixed reviews from critics, who generally found the premise amusing and the lead actors' chemistry enjoyable. However, many reviewers criticized the film for its predictable plot and a lack of originality. Audiences, on the other hand, seemed to respond more favorably, leading to strong box office performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • The chemistry between Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg is a highlight.
  • The film offers some genuinely funny moments but ultimately relies on tired comedic tropes.
  • Despite its flaws, the movie is an enjoyable family-friendly comedy for some audiences.

Google audience: Google users generally found "Daddy's Home" to be a funny and entertaining movie, appreciating the comedic performances of Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg. Many enjoyed the family-friendly nature of the film and its lighthearted premise, though some felt the plot was a bit predictable.

Fun Fact

Mark Wahlberg was originally slated to play the role of Brad Whitaker, but was later switched to Dusty Mayron, with Will Ferrell taking on the role of Brad.

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Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

Really funny. I die laughing everytime I watch this movie. It's become a new favorite of mine.
Reno

Reno

> Step-dad versus stepped-in dad. In the past for an action movie, Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg came together and now for a comedy, once again the unusual combo returned. Surprisingly the movie was more hilarious than what I thought af...