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Monster-in-Law

  • 2005
  • PG-13
  • 1h 41m
IMDb RATING
5.6/10
67K
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Jennifer Lopez, Jane Fonda, and Michael Vartan in Monster-in-Law (2005)
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Charlotte's love life is reduced to an endless string of disastrous blind dates--until she meets the perfect man, Kevin. Unfortunately, his merciless mother will do anything to destroy their... Read allCharlotte's love life is reduced to an endless string of disastrous blind dates--until she meets the perfect man, Kevin. Unfortunately, his merciless mother will do anything to destroy their relationship.Charlotte's love life is reduced to an endless string of disastrous blind dates--until she meets the perfect man, Kevin. Unfortunately, his merciless mother will do anything to destroy their relationship.

  • Director
    • Robert Luketic
  • Writer
    • Anya Kochoff
  • Stars
    • Jennifer Lopez
    • Michael Vartan
    • Jane Fonda
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.6/10
    67K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Robert Luketic
    • Writer
      • Anya Kochoff
    • Stars
      • Jennifer Lopez
      • Michael Vartan
      • Jane Fonda
    • 275User reviews
    • 108Critic reviews
    • 31Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 10 nominations total

    Videos17

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    Monster-In-Law Scene: Will You Marry Me?
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    Jennifer Lopez
    Jennifer Lopez
    • Charlie
    Michael Vartan
    Michael Vartan
    • Dr. Kevin Fields
    Jane Fonda
    Jane Fonda
    • Viola Fields
    Wanda Sykes
    Wanda Sykes
    • Ruby
    Adam Scott
    Adam Scott
    • Remy
    Monet Mazur
    Monet Mazur
    • Fiona
    Annie Parisse
    Annie Parisse
    • Morgan
    Will Arnett
    Will Arnett
    • Kit
    Elaine Stritch
    Elaine Stritch
    • Gertrude
    Stephen Dunham
    Stephen Dunham
    • Dr. Paul Chamberlain
    Randee Heller
    Randee Heller
    • Beverly Hills Dog Owner
    Mark Moses
    Mark Moses
    • Coffee Shop Customer
    Tomiko Fraser
    Tomiko Fraser
    • Coffee Shop Clerk
    Rochelle Flexer
    • Dr. Patel's Nurse
    Wayne Nickel
    • George
    Jenny Wade
    Jenny Wade
    • Viola's Young Replacement
    Bruce Gray
    Bruce Gray
    • TV Executive
    Zach McLarty
    • Assistant Director
    • Director
      • Robert Luketic
    • Writer
      • Anya Kochoff
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews275

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    7Calicodreamin

    Love JLo and Fonda!

    I've always enjoyed watching this movie, it's pure fun with a good ending. The perfect comedy to mindlessly pass an hour and a half. I think JLo and Fonda have good charisma and make have fun with the back and forth sparring. Wanda Sykes is hilarious and is so perfect in this role. Overall good fun, with decent acting and a decent storyline.
    9docm-32304

    That's Entertainment

    Hilariously funny. Good script, great acting and nice to see Jane playing her age and doing it tongue in cheek. This is a sit back, relax and laugh your face off movie...don't over think it...it's entertainment.
    7ruffrog

    Why such a low score

    I really an baffled as to why this film has ranked so low. Jane Fonda and Jennifer Lopez excel in their roles. Their ability to comically be at each others throats is a joy to watch.
    7lewismusgrove88

    Fun movie!

    Despite all the garbage reviews slating JLo for her performance, the movie is actually fun! Since when was JLo tryna be the next Meryl people? All the sit at home critics need to pipe down and take this movie for what it is: light, silly fun that ain't trying to win no Oscars. Especially enjoyed Wanda Sykes and her chemistry with Jane was perfect.
    7ksf-2

    wedding silliness

    Jane and jen! Charlotte has found the perfect boyfriend, and starts planning the marriage. But the fiance comes with a controlling, overbearing, angry, stubborrn mother. Can they ever iron things out? Love the banter between the mom and her assistant... that's the best part. Some really fun co-stars... elaine stritch. Wanda sykes, who gets all the good one liners. The amazing jane fonda had already won two oscars, and this was probably a pretty lightweight role for her. Some funny bits, but very predictable. As soon as charlotte tells the mother in law what her allergies are.... we know what's coming next! The son refuses to believe his mother can be mean, and charlotte won't set her own boundaries. Directed by robert luketic. Story by anya kochoff, who also wrote the screenplay for mother's day...she has a lot to say about mothers.

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      Jennifer Lopez and Michael Vartan's last exes were Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, who married each other after breaking up with them.
    • Goofs
      When Viola greets a guest at the engagement party with a hug and pats his shoulders, a large amount of dust flies up from his outfit.
    • Quotes

      Charlotte 'Charlie' Cantilini: What color are my eyes?

      Dr. Kevin Fields: Well, at first glance your eyes are brown. But when the light hits them, they change to amber. And if you look really close around the iris, the color is pure honey. But when you look into the sun, they almost look green. That's my favorite.

    • Alternate versions
      In the German version of the movie, the talk about Roe vs. Wade was changed to mention Richard Nixon.
    • Connections
      Featured in HBO First Look: Monster-In-Law (2005)
    • Soundtracks
      Tell Mama
      Written by Clarence Carter, Marcus Daniel and Wilbur Terrell

      Performed by Etta James

      Courtesy of Geffen Records

      Under license from Universal Music Enterprises

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    • Release date
      • May 13, 2005 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • Germany
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Warner Bros.
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Si te casas... te mato
    • Filming locations
      • Culver Studios - 9336 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, California, USA(Studio)
    • Production companies
      • New Line Cinema
      • BenderSpink
      • Spring Creek Productions
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $43,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $82,931,301
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $24,000,000
      • May 15, 2005
    • Gross worldwide
      • $155,457,327
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 41 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital
      • SDDS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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