Ladies Man
Ladies Man is a television sitcom series starring Alfred Molina as husband, father, son, ex-husband and son-in-law who lives with a number of women under one roof. The show was first broadcast on September 20, 1999, and lasted for two seasons on CBS until June 27, 2001. The series co-starred Betty White and is perhaps most memorable for reuniting White and her Golden Girls' co-stars Rue McClanahan and Estelle Getty in one of the later episodes.
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Plot Summary
Leon Phelps, a local Chicago radio DJ known for his smooth baritone and advice on romantic relationships, finds his life turned upside down when his ex-girlfriend, who he blames for his lack of success with women, threatens to reveal embarrassing secrets about him. To protect his reputation and career, Leon must track down all the women he's been with over the years to prevent the secrets from getting out.
Critical Reception
The Ladies Man was largely panned by critics and audiences alike, with many finding its humor to be juvenile and repetitive. While Tim Meadows's performance was sometimes singled out as a bright spot, the film struggled to find its footing, often relying on tired comedic tropes and a weak plot.
What Reviewers Say
- Relies too heavily on tired, predictable jokes.
- Tim Meadows's charm is not enough to save a weak script.
- Lacks originality and often resorts to gross-out humor.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed to negative reception, with many finding the film unfunny and a waste of time. Some appreciated the attempts at humor and Tim Meadows's efforts, but the consensus leans towards disappointment with the overall execution and lack of originality.
Fun Fact
The film is a feature-length expansion of a recurring sketch character, Leon Phelps, that Tim Meadows played on Saturday Night Live.
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