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Fathers' Day 1997

“All she said was "My son is yours." Unfortunately, she said it to both of them.”

★ 5.5/10 PG-13 ComedyFamily Released
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What is Fathers' Day?

Fathers' Day is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Comedy, Family.

Type
Film
Year
1997
Status
Released
Runtime
99 minutes
Release date
May 9, 1997
Studios
Silver Pictures, Northern Lights Entertainment, Warner Bros. Pictures
Genres
Comedy, Family
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Streaming Intelligence

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79 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.2/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.1/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy #Family

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Fathers' Day is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Comedy, Family. Produced and broadcast by Silver Pictures, Northern Lights Entertainment, Warner Bros. Pictures. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A scheming mother dupes two exes into a chaotic hunt for her missing son.”

Reasons to watch
  • Star‑studded cast with Robin Williams and Billy Crystal
  • Humorous premise of mistaken paternity
  • Directed by veteran Ivan Reitman
Keep in mind
  • Mixed critical reception
  • Predictable plot twists

Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted comedies with slapstick mishaps and charismatic leads.

Rated PG‑13, the film offers family‑friendly comedy with some mild adult jokes.

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Who directed Fathers' Day?

The film was directed by Ivan Reitman.

Which actors star in the movie?

The principal cast includes Robin Williams, Billy Crystal, Julia Louis‑Dreyfus, and Nastassja Kinski.

What is the basic premise of the story?

A woman convinces two former boyfriends that each is the father of her runaway son, prompting them to search for him.

When was Fathers' Day released in the United States?

It was released on May 9, 1997.

What is the film’s rating?

Fathers' Day is rated PG‑13.

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