The Six Wives of Henry Lefay
The Six Wives of Henry Lefay

The Six Wives of Henry Lefay

2009Movie95 minEnglish

A presumed-dead man's current wife and former wives squabble over his funeral arrangements.

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IMDb5.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes12%
Metacritic24/100
Google Users32%
Director: Craig ZiskGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

After his father Henry Lefay's death, Gregory Lefay is tasked with arranging the funeral. However, he soon discovers that his father had been married five times before, and all five ex-wives show up unexpectedly, creating a chaotic and comical situation. Gregory must navigate the demands of his overbearing mother, his estranged father's complicated past, and the presence of his numerous stepmothers to give his father a proper send-off.

Critical Reception

The film received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the humor forced. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, leading to a poor box office performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a disjointed plot and relies too heavily on predictable and unfunny gags.
  • Tim Allen's performance is seen as serviceable but unable to elevate the weak material.
  • The ensemble cast, despite some recognizable names, is unable to salvage the film from its numerous flaws.

Google audience: Audiences found the movie to be largely unfunny and predictable, with many expressing disappointment in the weak script and uninspired humor.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be titled 'The Big Gay Wedding' and then 'My Big Gay Wedding' before settling on 'The Six Wives of Henry Lefay'.

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