The Parent Trap
The Parent Trap

The Parent Trap

1998Movie128 minEnglish

Hallie Parker and Annie James are identical twins who were separated at a young age due to their parents' divorce. Unbeknownst to their parents, the girls are sent to the same summer camp, where they meet, discover the truth about their relationship, and come up with a plan to switch places in an effort to reunite their mother and father.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes67%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users80%
Director: Nancy MeyersGenres: Comedy, Family, Romance

Plot Summary

Identical twins Annie and Hallie, separated at birth and unaware of each other's existence, meet by chance at summer camp. After a series of schemes and manipulations, they manage to reunite their divorced parents, hoping to create a complete family once more. Their efforts involve swapping places and navigating the complexities of their parents' new lives and relationships.

Critical Reception

The Parent Trap (1998) was generally well-received by critics and audiences, praised for its charming premise, faithful adaptation of the original, and a breakout performance from Lindsay Lohan in her dual role. The film is often cited as a nostalgic favorite for a generation.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Lindsay Lohan's dual performance and charm.
  • Appreciated for its lighthearted humor and family-friendly appeal.
  • Seen as a heartwarming and enjoyable remake of a classic story.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's entertainment value, particularly enjoying Lindsay Lohan's performance as both twins and the satisfying reunion of the parents. Many found it to be a fun and nostalgic watch for the whole family.

Fun Fact

Lindsay Lohan was the only actress considered for the dual roles of Annie and Hallie; director Nancy Meyers and writer Charles Shyer were so impressed with her audition that they decided not to audition anyone else.

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r96sk

r96sk

Entertaining and sweet. Just as good as the 1961 original, which probably edges this ever so slightly but they are both terrific films. 1998's <em>'The Parent Trap'</em> features Lindsay Lohan in the dual role, she is excellent as Hallie...
Kamurai

Kamurai

Really good watch, might watch again, and can recommend. Having recently watched the original, this movie does a rather nice job of following it beat for beat. Now, it's not the same movie, but it follows the same format, with moderniza...
Zoro DPiece

Zoro DPiece

Mischief Loves Comedy! "The Parent Trap" is a remake of the original 1961 film by Walt Disney Productions. Starring Dennis Quaid, Natasha Richardson, Lindsay Lohan and Elaine Hendrix. The film begins with Nicholas Parker (Quaid) and Elizabe...