Daddy Day Care

Name: Daddy Day Care
Director: Steve Carr
Genre: Family, Comedy
Released: 2003-01-01
Duration: 92 min
Rating: 5.9
Cast: Eddie Murphy, Jeff Garlin, Steve Zahn, Regina King, Kevin Nealon

2003Dir. Steve Carr1h 32m

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Runtime1h 32m

Released2003

Budget$60M

Box office$164.4M

DirectorSteve Carr

About This Movie

So, 'Daddy Day Care' is one of those comedies that plays around with the chaos of parenthood and the unexpected challenges of running a daycare. Steve Carr's direction gives it a lighthearted, yet somewhat chaotic atmosphere, which fits perfectly with the premise. Eddie Murphy and Jeff Garlin’s performances are solid; they really embody the struggle of two guys trying to manage their new roles. The pacing keeps things moving, throwing in a lot of slapstick humor, which can be hit or miss depending on your taste. It's not groundbreaking, but it does offer a fun exploration of fatherhood and responsibility, all wrapped in goofy antics that children and adults can both chuckle at. Worth a watch for the nostalgia and the sheer silliness of it all.

Good for family movie nightsFeatures a mix of comedy and heartExplores themes of fatherhood and responsibility