Hitch (PG-13)

Will Smith charms again; best for teens and up.

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3
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Movie details
  • Studio: Sony Pictures, Sony Pictures
  • Directed By: Andy Tennant
  • Cast: Will Smith, Eva Mendes
  • Running Time: 115 minutes
  • Release Date: 02/11/2005
  • Video/DVD Release Date: 06/14/2005
  • Genre: Comedy
  • MPAA Rating: PG-13
  • MPAA Explanation: language and some strong sexual references

Parents need to know

Parents need to know that there is some strong language (one f-word), alcohol (including drinking as a response to a bad day), and sexual situations and references. But parents should also know that this movie comes down very strongly on the side of romance. It takes kissing very seriously. A couple who have a one-night stand are very unhappy with the outcome (for different reasons) and there is a character who sexually exploits women whose behavior is portrayed as reprehensible. The focus of this movie is on romance and lasting love. Another strength of the movie is its color-blind casting with diverse characters sharing friendships and romantic relationships.

Families can talk about how it can be nerve-wracking to try to make a good impression on the opposite sex, especially someone who seems very desirable. What do you think of Hitch's rules and advice? They could also talk about the idea that you should "begin each day as if it were on purpose." What does it mean to be "all about the short game?"

Message

Social Behavior:

A strength of the movie is colorblind romantic relationships and friendships.

Consumerism:

Drugs/Alcohol/Tobacco:

Social drinking, drinking as a response to stress.

Violence

Comic peril.

Sex

Sexual references and situations.

Language

Some strong language, one f-word.

Common Sense says

What's the story?

Reviewed by Nell Minow

This romantic comedy centers on date doctor Alex "Hitch" Hitchens (Will Smith), who advises men on how to appeal to the women of their dreams. He gives them tips on grooming and attire, reminds them to listen and respond, coaching them on just about everything. Hitch has it all figured out -- for other guys. His heart was broken once and he's never risked it again. Hitch’s current assignment is a nebbishy accountant (Kevin James) who is in love with a beautiful heiress (Amber Valetta), whose love life is constantly documented by cynical, dubious gossip columnist Sarah (Eva Mendes). Meanwhile, unaware of Hitch’s connection to the couple, Sarah goes on two dates with him, both of which develop serious, uh, hitches along the way.

Is it any good?

3
It's all familiar romantic comedy territory -- evasions, followed by complications, humiliations, the course of true love not running smoothly, and then...a bit more smoothly. And then not smoothly again. Kevin James is wonderfully sweet and funny. His uninhibited dance is sublime, but so is the look on his face when he hands the heiress a pen, almost overcome by the thrill of giving her something.

The movie's biggest asset is Smith, who has everything it takes to be a romantic comedy superstar. His timing is perfection and he masters all kinds of comedy -- physical and verbal, high and low. No one is better at talking to the camera than he is. Mendes’ lackluster performance is the result of a faulty script that leaves promising set-ups unfinished to pursue less interesting ideas. If it does not knock it out of the park, it at least qualifies as a triple, a pleasant date movie with one great performer, several laughs, and a couple of smiles.

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Parents and kids say

All Reviews

There are 31 reviews.

4


Posted on 04/21/08 by Chocolateluvr Kid contributor, age 12
3


Posted on 02/04/08 by savvyanna13 Kid contributor, age 13

Will Smith has done it again!!!

Awesome wonderful movie to be seen by all teenagers who love a romantic comedy!!!
5


Posted on 01/20/08 by racegirl19 Kid contributor, age 12

The best movie ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I loved this movie.It has really funny parts.I would not watch this movie if I was under 9. Overall this movie was soooooooooooo funny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
4


Posted on 03/23/06 by bethlthomson Adult contributor

i laughed

Will Smith is SOOOOOOOOOOO FUNNY!!!!!!!!!!!
4


Posted on 08/14/05 by jennbeau Adult contributor

Laughed till we cried....

Sooo many funny parts in this movie I dont know where to start!! The whole family enjoyed it!! I was so happy he was able to redeem himself in the end of the movie too!! Isnt LOVE grand?!?!
2


Posted on 07/08/05 by alexo21 Adult contributor

Meh

This movie has some good jokes in it, but it wont give you that many laughs. I guess it's a good romantic comedy, but it's very predictible. You can call it a chick flic. Only I don't know if teen girls would even enjoy it that much
3


Posted on 07/06/05 by mediadiva Adult contributor

Funny and entertaining for teens+

If you're of dating-age, this movie is funny, entertaining, and light-hearted. Will Smith is hilarious! There is nothing bad about the contect, but it might not be the most interesting movie for people who still think about cooties...
4


Posted on 06/24/05 by gidjun123 Kid contributor, age 12
4


Posted on 06/23/05 by cryshill Adult contributor

My 8 year old thought this was hilareous. We've talked about certain things pertaining to sex but there was still some things in this movie that went way over her head. I would probably let her watch it again. I on the other hand loved it!!!Laughed my butt off.
3


Posted on 06/20/05 by SFDad Adult contributor

Fun Movie...Great to watch with your spouse or a date but not your kids

I saw it on an airplane ride and was pleasantly surprised. I'm definitely no prude, but I really think it is a movie for adults and older teens...not my twelve your old... though she wouldn't be shocked. Will Smith is very good, and Eva Mendez is beautiful and a pretty good actress. But this is not a kids movie.

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Adult Reviews

There are 20 reviews.

4


Posted on 03/23/06 by bethlthomson Adult contributor

i laughed

Will Smith is SOOOOOOOOOOO FUNNY!!!!!!!!!!!
4


Posted on 08/14/05 by jennbeau Adult contributor

Laughed till we cried....

Sooo many funny parts in this movie I dont know where to start!! The whole family enjoyed it!! I was so happy he was able to redeem himself in the end of the movie too!! Isnt LOVE grand?!?!
2


Posted on 07/08/05 by alexo21 Adult contributor

Meh

This movie has some good jokes in it, but it wont give you that many laughs. I guess it's a good romantic comedy, but it's very predictible. You can call it a chick flic. Only I don't know if teen girls would even enjoy it that much
3


Posted on 07/06/05 by mediadiva Adult contributor

Funny and entertaining for teens+

If you're of dating-age, this movie is funny, entertaining, and light-hearted. Will Smith is hilarious! There is nothing bad about the contect, but it might not be the most interesting movie for people who still think about cooties...
4


Posted on 06/23/05 by cryshill Adult contributor

My 8 year old thought this was hilareous. We've talked about certain things pertaining to sex but there was still some things in this movie that went way over her head. I would probably let her watch it again. I on the other hand loved it!!!Laughed my butt off.
3


Posted on 06/20/05 by SFDad Adult contributor

Fun Movie...Great to watch with your spouse or a date but not your kids

I saw it on an airplane ride and was pleasantly surprised. I'm definitely no prude, but I really think it is a movie for adults and older teens...not my twelve your old... though she wouldn't be shocked. Will Smith is very good, and Eva Mendez is beautiful and a pretty good actress. But this is not a kids movie.
3


Posted on 06/19/05 by Graham&Heather Adult contributor
4


Posted on 06/18/05 by Sierra Pocza Adult contributor

I laughed

Another brilliant job by Will Smith.
4


Posted on 06/16/05 by RGWISE Adult contributor
1

Posted on 06/14/05 by Anonymous Adult contributor

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Kids Reviews

There are 11 reviews.

4


Posted on 04/21/08 by Chocolateluvr Kid contributor, age 12
3


Posted on 02/04/08 by savvyanna13 Kid contributor, age 13

Will Smith has done it again!!!

Awesome wonderful movie to be seen by all teenagers who love a romantic comedy!!!
5


Posted on 01/20/08 by racegirl19 Kid contributor, age 12

The best movie ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I loved this movie.It has really funny parts.I would not watch this movie if I was under 9. Overall this movie was soooooooooooo funny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
4


Posted on 06/24/05 by gidjun123 Kid contributor, age 12
4

Posted on 06/18/05 by Anonymous Kid contributor, age 13
3


Posted on 06/14/05 by ogaboga Kid contributor, age 11

i got a little board

i am 11 years old and i saw hitch a while ago in theaters. it is not bad for kids my age unless u are very strict about cursing. the only real violince when the boy friend may accsedently kick her girlfriend in the face ect. ect. ect.. i think this movie is fine for kids my age. i saw it with my 20 year old cousin and she thought it was fine.
3


Posted on 05/24/05 by kevin Kid contributor, age 9

funny and somtimes gross

3


Posted on 04/30/05 by mad man Kid contributor, age 12

Give it up Will

This movie was basically a guy that goes around hooking uncool guys up because he was'nt exactly smooth with the ladies in college. Then years later he becomes the date doctor. Will smith does and overall mediocre tedious movie that is not going to it to sit in the back row and make out with there girlfriend.
5


Posted on 02/25/05 by firekiss2006 Kid contributor, age 16
4


Posted on 02/18/05 by everythingisAOK Kid contributor, age 16

funny

this movie pretty funny. i really enjoyed seeing a different side of will smith. this movie is funny, romance. though some people tend to be shocked when there is sexual content, and language. but the thing is it is all around us and in what we read.
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