Mrs. Doubtfire

Name: Mrs. Doubtfire
Director: Chris Columbus
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Family
Released: 1993-01-01
Duration: 125 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Robin Williams, Sally Field, Lisa Jakub, Matthew Lawrence, Mara Wilson

1993Dir. Chris Columbus2h 5m

Track this movie free Wishlist

Check price on Amazon Browse eBay listings

Amazon and eBay links may be affiliate links.

Watch the trailer

via YouTube

Runtime2h 5m

Released1993

Budget$25M

Box office$441.3M

DirectorChris Columbus

About This Movie

Mrs. Doubtfire is a fascinating blend of comedy and drama, really. Robin Williams shines as Daniel Hillard, bringing a chaotic warmth to the role. His transformation into Mrs. Doubtfire through practical effects is impressive, especially considering the era – you can see the craftsmanship in the makeup. The pacing is spot on, mixing heartfelt moments with laugh-out-loud scenes. The film dives into themes of family, identity, and the lengths a parent will go for their kids. Sally Field's performance adds depth, balancing Williams' manic energy. It's a film that manages to tackle some serious issues while keeping a light tone, which is quite the feat.

Directed by Chris Columbus, known for family films.Robin Williams won the 1994 Golden Globe for Best Actor.Makeup effects by Greg Cannom, notable for their realism.Box office success: grossed over $400 million worldwide.