The Princess Switch
The Princess Switch

Movie spotlight

The Princess Switch

2018
Movie
101 min
English

When a down-to-earth Chicago baker and a soon-to-be princess discover they look like twins, they hatch a Christmastime plan to trade places.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Google Users73%
Director: Mike RohlGenres: Comedy, Family, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

Down-on-her-luck baker Stacy De Novo and Duchess Margaret of Montenaro discover they look exactly alike. Ahead of the Christmas wedding of Margaret's cousin, the two decide to swap places for a few days. Stacy takes on the role of Duchess, experiencing royal life and romance with the Duke's handsome husband, while Margaret enjoys the anonymity of being a baker. Their plan, however, becomes complicated when Stacy falls for Margaret's fiancé and Margaret falls for Stacy's best friend.

Critical Reception

The Princess Switch received generally mixed to positive reviews from critics, but was a popular hit with audiences, particularly those who enjoy lighthearted holiday romantic comedies. It was praised for its charming premise, Vanessa Hudgens' dual performance, and its festive spirit, though some critics found the plot predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming and festive holiday rom-com with a fun body-swap premise.

  • Vanessa Hudgens shines in her dual role, delivering a likable performance.

  • While predictable, the film offers lighthearted entertainment and holiday cheer.

Google audience: Audience reviews for The Princess Switch are largely positive, with viewers appreciating its feel-good holiday theme, the engaging performances, especially Vanessa Hudgens' ability to portray two distinct characters, and the sweet romantic storylines. Some found it a bit cheesy but ultimately enjoyable for its escapist qualities.

Fun Fact

Vanessa Hudgens plays all three main look-alike characters in the sequel, 'The Princess Switch: Switched Again'.

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3 reviews
r96sk

r96sk

I like it. <em>'The Princess Switch'</em> is basically <em>'The Parent Trap'</em>, but I felt it added a decent edge to it to make it suitably entertaining. I enjoyed seeing it all unfold, it's well made. I found the casting and pacing g...

Kamurai

Kamurai

Decent to good watch, probably won't watch again, but can recommend. There is a whole range of movies that "have to be" bar bets. Someone bet Vanessa Hudgens she couldn't do a Lindsey Lohan "Freaky Friday" or an Anne Hatheway "Princess ...

trineo03

trineo03

First of all, the set design in this film is spectacular. Every set makes you feel like you really are there with these characters. I also really liked the costume designs on them. It was an excellent choice for everybody and to show how th...