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That's My Boy
That's My Boy is a British sitcom produced by Yorkshire Television for ITV from 1981 to 1986. It stars Mollie Sugden as Ida Willis, who takes a job as a housekeeper for her son, whom she gave up for adoption years earlier.
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Plot Summary
A pampered, yet dim-witted, young man named Todd is about to graduate from college. His father, a former football star, is proud of his son's accomplishment. However, Todd's life takes an unexpected turn when he learns that his father had a child from a previous relationship, who is now a grown man.
Critical Reception
That's My Boy (1986) was poorly received by critics and audiences alike, often cited for its uninspired plot and weak humor. The film struggled to find a significant audience and is largely considered a forgettable entry in the comedy genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film relies on tired comedic tropes and predictable gags.
The acting is generally uninspired, failing to elevate the weak material.
The plot is convoluted and lacks a clear comedic direction.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'That's My Boy' is sparse, but what little exists suggests viewers found the humor to be stale and the story unengaging.
Fun Fact
Jim Belushi, who plays Todd's half-brother, is the younger brother of the late John Belushi, who was a prominent figure in comedy films during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
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