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Mrs. Doubtfire

  • 1993
  • PG-13
  • 2h 5m
IMDb RATING
7.1/10
305K
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Robin Williams, Sally Field, Lisa Jakub, Matthew Lawrence, and Mara Wilson in Mrs. Doubtfire (1993)
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High-Concept ComedyComedyDramaFamily

After a bitter divorce, an actor disguises himself as a female housekeeper to spend time with his children held in custody by his former wife.After a bitter divorce, an actor disguises himself as a female housekeeper to spend time with his children held in custody by his former wife.After a bitter divorce, an actor disguises himself as a female housekeeper to spend time with his children held in custody by his former wife.

  • Director
    • Chris Columbus
  • Writers
    • Anne Fine
    • Randi Mayem Singer
    • Leslie Dixon
  • Stars
    • Robin Williams
    • Sally Field
    • Pierce Brosnan
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.1/10
    305K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    1,236
    286
    • Director
      • Chris Columbus
    • Writers
      • Anne Fine
      • Randi Mayem Singer
      • Leslie Dixon
    • Stars
      • Robin Williams
      • Sally Field
      • Pierce Brosnan
    • 356User reviews
    • 56Critic reviews
    • 54Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Won 1 Oscar
      • 11 wins & 10 nominations total

    Videos6

    Official Trailer
    Trailer 1:58
    Official Trailer
    Mrs. Doubtfire: Behind-The-Seams Edition
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    Mrs. Doubtfire: Behind-The-Seams Edition
    Mrs. Doubtfire: Behind-The-Seams Edition
    Trailer 0:59
    Mrs. Doubtfire: Behind-The-Seams Edition
    Mrs. Doubtfire
    Trailer 0:32
    Mrs. Doubtfire
    Mrs. Doubtfire: Birthday Party
    Clip 1:52
    Mrs. Doubtfire: Birthday Party
    Mrs. Doubtfire | 25th Anniversary Mashup
    Video 1:35
    Mrs. Doubtfire | 25th Anniversary Mashup
    Birthday Dinner
    Video 4:18
    Birthday Dinner

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    Robin Williams
    Robin Williams
    • Daniel Hillard…
    Sally Field
    Sally Field
    • Miranda Hillard
    Pierce Brosnan
    Pierce Brosnan
    • Stuart Dunmeyer
    Harvey Fierstein
    Harvey Fierstein
    • Frank Hillard
    Polly Holliday
    Polly Holliday
    • Gloria Chaney
    Lisa Jakub
    Lisa Jakub
    • Lydia Hillard
    Matthew Lawrence
    Matthew Lawrence
    • Chris Hillard
    Mara Wilson
    Mara Wilson
    • Natalie Hillard
    Robert Prosky
    Robert Prosky
    • Jonathan Lundy
    Anne Haney
    Anne Haney
    • Mrs. Sellner
    Scott Capurro
    • Jack
    Sydney Walker
    • Bus Driver
    Joe Bellan
    Joe Bellan
    • TV Boss
    Martin Mull
    Martin Mull
    • Justin Gregory
    Terence McGovern
    Terence McGovern
    • ADR Director Lou
    Karen Kahn
    Karen Kahn
    • Female Employee #1
    Eva Gholson
    • Female Employee #2
    James Cunningham
    • Male Employee
    • Director
      • Chris Columbus
    • Writers
      • Anne Fine
      • Randi Mayem Singer
      • Leslie Dixon
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    User reviews356

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    CHARLIE-89

    A TRULY TOUCHING, COMICAL MASTERPIECE

    MRS. DOUBTFIRE is easily one of the best movies ever made. Robin Williams makes audiences laugh and cry at his portrayal of a loving father who wants nothing more than to be with his children. After a painful divorce, he tries to gain custody of his children. This is the premise of the film. Along the way, of course, there are plenty of laughs, especially some great moments with Harvey Fierstein as Williams' brother and hair stylist. This film is so moving that it deserves to be seen by everyone.
    9Hitchcoc

    What We Lost

    When Robin Williams died, we lost one of the most creative forces in the history of the entertainment world. He seemed able to latch on to any sort of role and make it his, with that nonstop mind of his. This, of course, has him impersonating a 60 something British nanny who moves in with his own kids in order to be near them. His ex- is Sally Field. Of course, it seems unlikely he would be able to get away with this, but in the context of the movie, he does. What we have from there on are sight gags, close calls, and marvelous improvisation from the master. He also creates an endearing figure that would still pass as a wonderful grandma type in any case. There were times when I forgot Williams was in that costume. There is a delicate touch here that really works. One of the best movies of the year.
    kitty_and_mi-1

    A eccentric life!!

    Many people say that gMrs. Doubtfireh is one of the funniest movies. I agree with the above idea. First, one of the funniest scene for me is when Mrs. Sellner comes to Danielfs apartment and he transforms between himself and Mrs. Doubtfire so quickly. This busy scene brings constant laughing to us. The second funniest scene for me is when Mrs. Doubtfire cooks the dinner for the first time and she burns her clothes. The scene not only funny but also thrilling and my heart fluttered with worry, too.

    I know that some people claim that the storyline is too unrealistic, but I think there are few fathers who love their children as deeply as Daniel.

    This movie is not only funny but also impressive. I rate this movie at 8/10.
    GrantCAGE

    Robin Williams Dressed Up As A 60 Year Old Women? HILARIOUS!

    I saw this movie at the cinema in 1993 and thought it was fantastic! It has everything you could ever really want in a comedy. Daniel Hillard (Robin Williams) will do ANYTHING to see his children! This movie has plenty of gags, but it all comes together in a nice, friendly framework that centres around one man's family and that man's love for his children that'll make him dress up as a 60 year old granny to get back into their lives! Plenty of laughs throughout and all-round great performances. 9/10
    8benaboo

    A movie that shows off Robin Williams' strengths as both a comedy star and a serious actor!

    This is one of my favorite comedies and one of Robin Williams' best performances. I love how Robin Williams plays a woman convincingly without being over the top. This movie shows off a lot of his comedic skills and some of his serious acting chops. Robin Williams will always hold a special place in my heart as one of the greatest actors of all time and one of my biggest acting inspirations. Sally Field, Pierce Brosnan, and the child actors are also really great in this movie. The themes of divorce are handled very well. I wish Robin Williams was still around acting in movies. Rest In Peace, Sir!

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      According to one biography, Robin Williams decided to test out the believability of his Mrs. Doubtfire character during filming by going as Mrs. Doubtfire into an adult bookstore and making a purchase. He was able to do so without being recognized.
    • Goofs
      PIerce Brosnan's stunt double can be seen when he jumps off the diving board at the pool area.
    • Quotes

      Mrs. Doubtfire: Oh... as I hold this cold meat, I'm reminded of Winston. God rest his soul.

      Miranda: When did he pass on?

      Mrs. Doubtfire: Eight years ago, dear, this November.

      Miranda: What happened?

      Mrs. Doubtfire: He was quite fond of the drink. It was the drink that killed him.

      Miranda: How awful. He was an alcoholic?

      Mrs. Doubtfire: No, he was hit by a Guinness truck. So it was quite literally the drink that killed him.

    • Alternate versions
      The Australian DVD was made using the cut UK version, meaning it has 13 seconds of dialogue cut despite no previous censorship problems. VHS, theatrical and television versions are all intact.
    • Connections
      Edited into Mrs. Doubtfire: Deleted Scenes (2003)
    • Soundtracks
      Babalú
      Written by Margarita Lecuona

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • November 24, 1993 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Papá por siempre
    • Filming locations
      • 2640 Steiner Street, San Francisco, California, USA(Hillard house)
    • Production companies
      • Twentieth Century Fox
      • Blue Wolf Productions
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $25,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $219,195,243
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $20,468,847
      • Nov 28, 1993
    • Gross worldwide
      • $441,286,195
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 5 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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