Fatherhood

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Fatherhood

PG-13

2021

1h 50m

Comedy

Drama

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In this heartwarming, funny and emotional true story, Kevin Hart stars as a widower taking on one of the toughest jobs in the world: fatherhood.

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Fatherhood offers few surprises, but strong work from a smartly assembled cast gives this fact-based story real emotional resonance.

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Robert Levin

Newsday

Jul 1, 2021

3/4

It's a story of fatherhood that treats its characters with kindness and compassion, rather than as a spectacle.

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Mark Kermode

Kermode & Mayo's Film Review

Jun 30, 2021

Not terrible, but very ordinary.

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Claudia Puig

FilmWeek (LAist)

Jun 22, 2021

There is definitely a generic, formulaic feeling about this movie, but there is also a sweetness and an emotional range.

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Aaron Phillips

But Why Tho?

Jan 16, 2023

8.5/10

This is the perfect film for Father’s Day, but beware of its emotional impact.

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M.N. Miller

Ready Steady Cut

Oct 9, 2022

3.5/5

Fatherhood is a heartbreakingly lovely comedy. It also has Kevin Hart’s very best performance.

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Zoë Rose Bryant

Next Best Picture

Jul 14, 2022

7/10

Fatherhood may follow a story structure we've seen many times before, but it's an emotional rollercoaster worth riding nonetheless, especially for the poignant performances from every actor involved, especially Kevin Hart.

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Josphat I

@RT20563539 Jun 8, 2026

I loved seeing Kevin Hart do a serious role. As a father, it was a beautiful experience that taught me so much about the deep bond between a father and daughter after going through a big tragedy.

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Sheree B

@SBrea Jun 2, 2026

It balances the hardship of parenting admist grief, solo parenting complexities, and the love that compels a parent forward, really well.

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Daniel M

@MazzaQuePasa Mar 19, 2026

It was a good whole hearted movie that was deep and personal. Hart did very well in this role, it had a couple of funny moments as well.

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Michael P

@TheeMichael-jai Mar 17, 2026

Good in the moment, but otherwise mediocre and forgettable.

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Chaun L.

@ChaunMay98 Feb 17, 2026

Formulaic script and uneven tone. Disappointing

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Shawan L

@ShawanLLibang Jan 23, 2026

Fatherhood is a genuinely sweet movie, and Kevin Hart really shows up with a strong, heartfelt performance. It’s not the most groundbreaking story, but it’s warm, sincere, and emotional enough to make it a worthwhile watch.

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Synopsis

In this heartwarming, funny and emotional true story, Kevin Hart stars as a widower taking on one of the toughest jobs in the world: fatherhood.

Director: Paul Weitz
Producer: Marty Bowen, Kevin Hart, Peter Kiernan
Screenwriter: Dana Stevens, Paul Weitz
Production Co: TriStar Pictures, Temple Hill Entertainment, Sony Pictures Entertainment
Rating: PG-13 (Suggestive Material|Some Strong Language)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 18, 2021
Runtime: 1h 50m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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