Old Dads
Old Dads

Old Dads

2023Movie102 minEnglish

A cranky middle-aged dad and his two best friends find themselves out of step in a changing world of millennial CEOs and powerful preschool principals.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes37%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users67%
Director: Bill LawrenceGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Three best friends in their 40s and 50s find themselves unexpectedly becoming fathers later in life. As they navigate the challenges of raising young children while dealing with midlife crises, they humorously confront the generational gap, their own aging bodies, and the societal expectations placed upon them. The film explores the absurdity and joys of becoming a dad when you thought that chapter of your life was long over.

Critical Reception

Old Dads received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While some praised its relatable premise and the comedic performances of its lead actors, others found the humor to be hit-or-miss and the plot to be somewhat predictable. The film was noted for its candid portrayal of the anxieties and absurdities of later-life parenthood.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers a generally amusing look at the realities of older fatherhood.
  • Bill Burr's comedic performance is often cited as a highlight, though the material doesn't always land.
  • Some critics found the movie to be overly reliant on gross-out humor and a lack of deeper emotional resonance.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Old Dads' to be a funny and relatable movie, especially appreciating the honest portrayal of becoming a father at an older age. Many viewers connected with the humor and the struggles of balancing career, relationships, and new parenthood.

Fun Fact

Bill Burr, who stars and co-wrote the film, drew inspiration for the story from his own experiences and observations about fatherhood in his 40s.

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Dasha K

Dasha K

Acting was boring, by the numbers and uninspired. The script was apparently written by AI. Inputs included: Stereotypical grumpy old men + Diversity + Safe boring jokes + Predictable ending. I really wish I hadn't wasted my time.
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tmdb51616167

It's not uncommon for critics and audiences to have differing opinions on movies, and it's understandable that you may not agree with the harsh reviews of a film that you found to be enjoyable. Your positive perspective on the movie highlig...
Louisa Moore - Screen Zealots

Louisa Moore - S...

R-rated comedy “Old Dads” is not particularly bad and not particularly good, but it is entertaining, disposable entertainment. Directed and co-written by comedian Bill Burr, the film has some funny (if sometimes stale) jokes and a watered-d...