Results for comedy

  • Old Dogs
    Daddy comedy could make the entire family laugh.
    Release Date: 11/25/2009


  • Pirate Radio
    Good-natured rock 'n' roll comedy overcomes iffy behavior.
    Release Date: 11/13/2009


  • The Men Who Stare at Goats
    Loopy war comedy's offbeat humor may appeal to teens.
    Release Date: 11/6/2009


  • Gentlemen Broncos
    Indie comedy is too gross, cringe-inducing to be funny.
    Release Date: 11/6/2009


  • St. Trinian's
    Quirky British boarding-school comedy has iffy messages.
    Release Date: 10/9/2009


  • Adventures of Power
    Underdog comedy is no Napoleon Dynamite.
    Release Date: 10/9/2009


  • Couples Retreat
    Vaughn/Favreau marriage comedy has lots of sex, drinking.
    Release Date: 10/9/2009


  • A Serious Man
    Brilliant but bleak comedy for mature Coen brothers fans.
    Release Date: 10/2/2009


  • The Invention of Lying
    Gervais' irreverent fable looks at truth, lies, and faith.
    Release Date: 10/2/2009


  • Whip It
    Roller derby dramedy mixes girl power and teen angst.
    Release Date: 10/2/2009


  • The Informant!
    Playful tale of corporate misdeeds may interest some teens.
    Release Date: 9/18/2009


  • Dance Flick
    Dumb spoof is too raunchy, gross for tweens.
    Release Date: 9/9/2009


  • All About Steve
    Sandra Bullock plays a stalker in unappealing romcom.
    Release Date: 9/4/2009


  • Extract
    Work-set comedy dwells on sex, marriage; not for young kids.
    Release Date: 9/4/2009


  • Taking Woodstock
    Dramedy revisits famous festival, complete with drugs, sex.
    Release Date: 8/28/2009


  • My One and Only
    High-spirited 1950s-set dramedy mixes humor, heavy themes.
    Release Date: 8/21/2009


  • World's Greatest Dad
    Pitch-black Robin Williams comedy too edgy for young teens.
    Release Date: 8/21/2009


  • Post Grad
    Gilmore Girl stars in upbeat, teen-friendly comedy.
    Release Date: 8/21/2009


  • The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard
    Anything-goes comic raunch-fest is funny, but not for kids.
    Release Date: 8/14/2009


  • Spread
    Sexy-but-shallow grifter dramedy is too mature for kids.
    Release Date: 8/14/2009


  • Bandslam
    Music-driven teen flick is feel-good fun for parents, too.
    Release Date: 8/14/2009


  • Cold Souls
    Fanciful tale is fun for grownups; won't appeal to kids.
    Release Date: 8/7/2009


  • Julie & Julia
    Tempting Meryl Streep dramedy satisfies but doesn’t wow.
    Release Date: 8/7/2009


  • Paper Heart
    Quirky semi-documentary about love is cute for teens.
    Release Date: 8/7/2009


  • Funny People
    Stand-up saga has a foul mouth but brains and heart, too.
    Release Date: 7/31/2009


  • The Ugly Truth
    Predictable romcom mixes racy content, sexist messages.
    Release Date: 7/24/2009


  • (500) Days of Summer
    Smart, fresh romcom takes realistic look at relationships.
    Release Date: 7/17/2009


  • Van Wilder: Freshman Year
    Campus sex-booze-drugs prequel bashes religion, sobriety.
    Release Date: 7/11/2009


  • I Love You, Beth Cooper
    Forgettable teen comedy has lots of sex and drinking.
    Release Date: 7/10/2009


  • Bruno
    Intentionally shocking comedy even edgier than Borat.
    Release Date: 7/10/2009


  • I Hate Valentine's Day
    Uninspired romcom is no My Big Fat Greek Wedding.
    Release Date: 7/3/2009


  • The Proposal
    Bullock and Reynolds' chemistry propels charming romcom.
    Release Date: 6/19/2009


  • Whatever Works
    Tepid adult comedy is no Allen masterpiece.
    Release Date: 6/19/2009


  • Year One
    Old Testament meets old jokes in rough, unfunny comedy.
    Release Date: 6/19/2009


  • Imagine That
    Sugary sweet father-daughter comedy is fine for families.
    Release Date: 6/12/2009


  • My Life in Ruins
    Pleasant but overly predictable travel comedy OK for teens.
    Release Date: 6/5/2009


  • The Hangover
    Funny, yes, but chock-full of alcohol-fueled adult content.
    Release Date: 6/5/2009


  • The Brothers Bloom
    Adventure and romance mix in bold, irreverent dramedy.
    Release Date: 5/15/2009


  • Management
    So-so romcom about unlikely couple isn't too racy for teens.
    Release Date: 5/15/2009


  • Seth MacFarlane’s Cavalcade of Cartoon Comedy
    Profane animated shorts offer ribald humor, few laughs.
    Release Date: 5/12/2009


  • Ghosts of Girlfriends Past
    Predictable romcom has some iffy stuff, but OK for teens.
    Release Date: 5/1/2009


  • Hatching Pete
    Upbeat movie about confidence has good messages for tweens.
    Release Date: 4/24/2009


  • 17 Again
    So-so comedy will amuse young Efron fans more than parents.
    Release Date: 4/17/2009


  • Observe and Report
    Dark, disturbing comedy is for adults only.
    Release Date: 4/10/2009


  • Hannah Montana: The Movie
    Hannah's music and Miley's romance are sure to wow tweens.
    Release Date: 4/10/2009


  • Adventureland
    Fairly thoughtful romcom masquerades as a raunchy indie.
    Release Date: 4/3/2009


  • I Love You, Man
    Male bonding comedy is very crude -- but good-hearted.
    Release Date: 3/20/2009


  • The Great Buck Howard
    Offbeat magic comedy isn't likely to get kids' attention.
    Release Date: 3/20/2009


  • Super Capers
    Superhero comedy is age appropriate but only so-so.
    Release Date: 3/20/2009


  • Miss March
    Road trip raunchfest is ridiculously awful.
    Release Date: 3/13/2009


  • Sunshine Cleaning
    Adult dramedy has unusual mix of laughs, gore, heavy themes.
    Release Date: 3/13/2009


  • Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail
    Same old Madea jokes served up in yet another morality tale.
    Release Date: 2/20/2009


  • Fired Up
    Raging hormones rule in crude cheerleading comedy.
    Release Date: 2/20/2009


  • Dadnapped
    TV movie blends outrageous fun, positive messages for kids.
    Release Date: 2/16/2009


  • Confessions of a Shopaholic
    Labels and products galore in frothy book-based romcom.
    Release Date: 2/13/2009


  • Fanboys
    The Force isn't with crude story of fandom and friendship.
    Release Date: 2/6/2009


  • He's Just Not That Into You
    Appealing but unsurprising romcom dispenses familiar wisdom.
    Release Date: 2/6/2009


  • The Pink Panther 2
    Silly sequel elicits more eyerolling than laughs.
    Release Date: 2/6/2009


  • New in Town
    Formulaic romantic comedy has mostly mild content.
    Release Date: 1/30/2009


  • Paul Blart: Mall Cop
    Kevin James' slapstick comedy will amuse older tweens.
    Release Date: 1/16/2009


  • Bride Wars
    Wedding comedy amuses but has inconsistent messages.
    Release Date: 1/9/2009


  • Marley & Me
    Touching comedy deals with emotional themes.
    Release Date: 12/25/2008


  • Yes Man
    Carrey comedy breaks no new ground but draws ample laughs.
    Release Date: 12/19/2008


  • Extreme Movie
    Vulgar teen-sex revue is extreme waste of time.
    Release Date: 12/12/2008


  • Nothing Like the Holidays
    Familiar but funny holiday story with a Latino flavor.
    Release Date: 12/12/2008


  • A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All
    Mix of religious satire and old-timey holiday-special charm.
    Release Date: 12/10/2008


  • Merry Christmas, Drake & Josh
    Stepbrothers' hijinks are jolly -- just not very realistic.
    Release Date: 12/5/2008


  • Four Christmases
    Holiday romcom is amiable but centers on family dysfunction.
    Release Date: 11/26/2008


  • The Clique
    Materialistic book series is just the same on DVD.
    Release Date: 11/18/2008


  • Role Models
    Coarse adult comedy elicits some big laughs.
    Release Date: 11/7/2008


  • Easy Virtue
    Witty but uneven period piece has mature themes.
    Release Date: 11/7/2008


  • Soul Men
    Late great Bernie Mac's last laugh is for adults.
    Release Date: 11/7/2008


  • Futurama: Bender's Game
    Over-the-top zaniness for fans of the cult TV show.
    Release Date: 11/3/2008


  • Zack and Miri Make a Porno
    Explicit Kevin Smith comedy isn't sexy or funny.
    Release Date: 10/31/2008


  • Birds of America
    Dark comedy has shining moments, adult themes.
    Release Date: 10/20/2008


  • What Just Happened?
    Showbiz satire is too edgy, "insidery" for kids.
    Release Date: 10/16/2008


  • Sex Drive
    Vulgar teen sex comedy lacks verve and vision.
    Release Date: 10/15/2008


  • Happy-Go-Lucky
    Thoughtful comedy's charm outweighs mild iffiness.
    Release Date: 10/10/2008


  • The Prince and Me 3: A Royal Honeymoon
    Substandard acting leaves this fairy tale flat.
    Release Date: 10/6/2008


  • An American Carol
    Right-wing political comedy just isn't funny.
    Release Date: 10/3/2008


  • Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist
    Teen romcom is believable but on the edgy side.
    Release Date: 10/2/2008


  • How to Lose Friends & Alienate People
    Snarky comedy about celeb culture lacks bite.
    Release Date: 10/1/2008


  • Choke
    Adults-only sex comedy is shocking but shallow.
    Release Date: 9/24/2008


  • Gym Teacher: The Movie
    Underdog sports comedy has a bit of edge to it.
    Release Date: 9/22/2008


  • My Best Friend's Girl
    Inane, raunchy romantic comedy inspires no love.
    Release Date: 9/19/2008


  • Ghost Town
    Comedy is sweet, but a little short on romance.
    Release Date: 9/18/2008


  • Another Cinderella Story
    Selena Gomez brings fresh pop fun to an old tale.
    Release Date: 9/16/2008


  • The Women (2008)
    Imperfect remake doesn't live up to the original.
    Release Date: 9/12/2008


  • Burn After Reading
    Quirky, violent Coen comedy isn't meant for kids.
    Release Date: 9/11/2008


  • Disaster Movie
    Crude, dumb spoof isn't worth your time or money.
    Release Date: 8/29/2008


  • College
    Crude, boorish comedy doesn't make the grade.
    Release Date: 8/29/2008


  • The House Bunny
    Some laughs, but an iffy message for girls.
    Release Date: 8/22/2008


  • Hamlet 2
    High school theater spoof lacks some spark.
    Release Date: 8/22/2008


  • The Cheetah Girls: One World
    Big tween fun as the Cheetahs take on Bollywood.
    Release Date: 8/22/2008


  • The Rocker
    Some laughs, but this is no School of Rock.
    Release Date: 8/20/2008


  • Vicky Cristina Barcelona
    Smart, mature film about love, lust, and more.
    Release Date: 8/14/2008


  • Tropic Thunder
    Showbiz satire is witty, violent, controversial.
    Release Date: 8/13/2008


  • Bottle Shock
    Comedy about wine rivalry blends fun, heart.
    Release Date: 8/8/2008


  • Pineapple Express
    Violent stoner comedy is funny, but NOT for kids.
    Release Date: 8/6/2008


  • Swing Vote
    Lots of booze in mostly winning political comedy.
    Release Date: 7/30/2008


  • Step Brothers
    Foul-mouthed Ferrell comedy isn't very funny.
    Release Date: 7/25/2008


  • Meet Dave
    Not as crass as Norbit, but as forgettable.
    Release Date: 7/11/2008


  • Kabluey
    Dramedy with mature themes is light on substance.
    Release Date: 07/04/2008


  • Diminished Capacity
    Bland indie comedy has some iffy alcohol content.
    Release Date: 07/02/2008


  • Picture This!
    Cute, but sends iffy messages to Tisdale fans.
    Release Date: 7/2/2008


  • The Love Guru
    Naughty Mike Myers comedy has little to love.
    Release Date: 06/20/2008


  • Get Smart
    Silly and fun, but not quite mission accomplished.
    Release Date: 6/20/2008


  • Expired
    Tough indie drama features great performances.
    Release Date: 6/19/2008


  • Futurama: The Beast with a Billion Backs
    More risque, adult jokes in TV show's feature DVD.
    Release Date: 6/19/2008


  • The Go-Getter
    Mature road-trip dramedy doesn't go anywhere new.
    Release Date: 06/06/2008


  • You Don't Mess with the Zohan
    Lots of lewd Sandler stuff, but also some laughs.
    Release Date: 6/5/2008


  • The Promotion
    Mature satire has unexpected brains and heart.
    Release Date: 06/04/2008


  • Sex and the City: The Movie
    Just as fun, sexy, and label heavy as the series.
    Release Date: 5/29/2008


  • The Foot Fist Way
    Martial arts "comedy" is crude, mean and unfunny.
    Release Date: 5/28/2008


  • War, Inc.
    Capitalism takes a hit in dark, uneven war satire.
    Release Date: 5/23/2008


  • What Happens in Vegas
    Raunchy romantic comedy has a softer side, too.
    Release Date: 05/07/2008


  • Then She Found Me
    Mature dramedy interesting, but meanders too much.
    Release Date: 05/02/2008


  • Made of Honor
    Romcom is charming but formulaic; some iffy stuff.
    Release Date: 05/01/2008


  • Harold and Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay
    Stoner social satire is rude, crude, and funny.
    Release Date: 04/24/2008


  • Baby Mama
    SNL gals deliver hilarious comedy for teens+.
    Release Date: 04/23/2008


  • Forgetting Sarah Marshall
    Breakup comedy not as crass as other Apatow hits.
    Release Date: 04/17/2008


  • Leatherheads
    Clooney's football comedy isn't quite a touchdown.
    Release Date: 4/2/2008


  • Superhero Movie
    Tiresome, generic spoof is all about crude humor.
    Release Date: 03/28/2008


  • Run, Fatboy, Run
    Brit romcom mixes laughs with swearing, smoking.
    Release Date: 03/26/2008


  • The Hammer
    A boxing comedy with a potty mouth and warm heart.
    Release Date: 3/19/2008


  • Drillbit Taylor
    More fights than laughs in Owen Wilson comedy.
    Release Date: 03/19/2008


  • Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
    Charming period comedy is a frothy fairy tale.
    Release Date: 03/06/2008


  • Penelope
    Offbeat romantic comedy is sweet but lightweight.
    Release Date: 02/28/2008


  • Semi-Pro
    No huge laughs in Ferrell's foul-mouthed comedy.
    Release Date: 02/28/2008


  • Witless Protection
    Lowbrow comedy is crude -- and not very funny.
    Release Date: 2/22/2008


  • Be Kind Rewind
    Quirky Jack Black comedy is sweet and silly.
    Release Date: 02/21/2008


  • Charlie Bartlett
    Edgy high school comedy better for mature viewers.
    Release Date: 2/21/2008


  • Definitely, Maybe
    Teen-friendly romcom about love's ups and downs.
    Release Date: 2/14/2008


  • Blue State
    Liberals run to Canada in mature political romcom.
    Release Date: 02/13/2008


  • Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins
    Good cast can't save stereotype-laden comedy.
    Release Date: 2/8/2008


  • The Hottie and the Nottie
    To any beholder, superficial comedy is no beauty.
    Release Date: 02/07/2008


  • Strange Wilderness
    Unfunny "comedy" is crude, profane, drug-filled.
    Release Date: 2/1/2008


  • Over Her Dead Body
    Ghost-lite romantic comedy is only so-so.
    Release Date: 01/31/2008


  • Meet the Spartans
    Dumb, raunchy comedy is a tired spoof attempt.
    Release Date: 1/25/2008


  • Mad Money
    Girls-gone-greedy comedy best for moms' night out.
    Release Date: 1/17/2008


  • 27 Dresses
    Frothy wedding romcom is fun but unimaginative.
    Release Date: 01/17/2008


  • First Sunday
    Predictable crime comedy has some iffy content.
    Release Date: 01/10/2008


  • The Bucket List
    Bittersweet dramedy approaches death with humor.
    Release Date: 12/25/2007


  • Charlie Wilson's War
    Adult comedy takes an incisive look at politics.
    Release Date: 12/21/2007


  • Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story
    Raunchy biopic parody isn't for younger teens.
    Release Date: 12/20/2007


  • P.S. I Love You
    Romantic comedy is too tragic for all-out laughs.
    Release Date: 12/20/2007


  • Flakes
    Quirky, mature hipster comedy is a bit too soggy.
    Release Date: 12/19/2007


  • Bring It On: In It to Win It
    Cheerleading retread has too many stereotypes.
    Release Date: 12/18/2007


  • Snowglobe
    Cute romantic comedy is full of holiday spirit.
    Release Date: 12/13/2007


  • The Perfect Holiday
    Christmas fable is cute and tame, but unoriginal.
    Release Date: 12/11/2007


  • Juno
    Brilliant teen pregnancy comedy is funny, moving.
    Release Date: 12/06/2007


  • Holiday in Handcuffs
    Older kids can take romantic comedy's iffy stuff.
    Release Date: 11/19/2007


  • Dan in Real Life
    Love hurts in cute (if predictable) rom com.
    Release Date: 10/25/2007


  • Nature of the Beast
    Werewolf romance isn't really family friendly.
    Release Date: 10/22/2007


  • The Comebacks
    Crude sports spoof too dumbed-down to be funny.
    Release Date: 10/19/2007


  • Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get Married?
    Tyler Perry's latest comedy has adult themes.
    Release Date: 10/12/2007


  • Lars and the Real Girl
    Sex doll takes center stage in quirky comedy.
    Release Date: 10/12/2007


  • The Darjeeling Limited
    Wes Anderson tackles mature brotherly baggage.
    Release Date: 10/05/2007


  • The Heartbreak Kid (2007)
    Hard-R Farrelly bros. remake offers crude laughs.
    Release Date: 10/04/2007


  • Sydney White
    Tween star hits college; drinking, hazing ensue.
    Release Date: 09/20/2007


  • Good Luck Chuck
    Not funny or romantic; too raunchy for all ages.
    Release Date: 9/20/2007


  • Mr. Woodcock
    More abusive humor from Billy Bob Thornton.
    Release Date: 09/13/2007


  • Family Guy: Blue Harvest
    Ribald but often hilarious satire of fantasy favorite.
    Release Date: 9/9/2007


  • Taking 5
    Like, this silly movie's for the slumber party set only.
    Release Date: 9/9/2007


  • The Brothers Solomon
    Goofy lowbrow comedy is too crude for kids.
    Release Date: 09/06/2007


  • Chalk
    Mockumentary shines light on high school teachers.
    Release Date: 09/06/2007


  • I Want Someone to Eat Cheese With
    Offbeat indie romantic comedy for teens and up.
    Release Date: 09/05/2007


  • Balls of Fury
    Slapstick ping-pong comedy has very slight bounce.
    Release Date: 08/29/2007


  • The Nanny Diaries
    Where's Mary Poppins when you need her?
    Release Date: 08/23/2007


  • Mr. Bean's Holiday
    Slight, slapstick-heavy comedy will amuse kids.
    Release Date: 08/23/2007


  • Death at a Funeral
    Goofy burial digs up family secrets; not for kids.
    Release Date: 08/17/2007


  • Superbad
    Super bawdy, super profane -- and super funny.
    Release Date: 08/16/2007


  • Rocket Science
    Debate-team teen comedy is clever, unpredictable.
    Release Date: 08/10/2007


  • Becoming Jane
    A witty, winning Austen bio for tweens and older.
    Release Date: 08/03/2007


  • Hot Rod
    Awesomely dumb slapstick is for teens and adults only.
    Release Date: 8/2/2007


  • Who's Your Caddy?
    Big Boi's awful golf comedy is way below par.
    Release Date: 7/31/2007


  • The Simpsons Movie
    If you love the show...you'll love the movie.
    Release Date: 7/27/2007


  • No Reservations
    Bland-but-sweet dramedy more for adult palates.
    Release Date: 07/27/2007


  • I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry
    Typical Sandler comedy overflows with stereotypes.
    Release Date: 07/19/2007


  • The Last Day of Summer
    Cute comedy is Groundhog Day for tweens.
    Release Date: 07/19/2007


  • Super Sweet 16: The Movie
    Lame MTV reality spinoff feigns a conscience.
    Release Date: 07/07/2007


  • License to Wed
    Predictable wedding comedy is all about Williams.
    Release Date: 07/03/2007


  • Broken English
    Edgy girl-meets-boy indie for older teens and up.
    Release Date: 06/22/2007


  • You Kill Me
    Dark hit man comedy mixes violence and humor.
    Release Date: 06/22/2007


  • Evan Almighty
    Carell's morality tale much milder than Carrey's.
    Release Date: 06/21/2007


  • Eagle vs. Shark
    Geek-love rom-com from New Zealand has bite.
    Release Date: 06/15/2007


  • Shredderman Rules
    Tween tale strays into cyberbullying territory.
    Release Date: 06/08/2007


  • I'm Reed Fish
    Kid-friendly rom-com lures but doesn't hook.
    Release Date: 06/01/2007


  • Knocked Up
    Raunchy but tender comedy about sex & parenthood.
    Release Date: 05/31/2007


  • The List
    Cute romantic comedy has a few racy scenes.
    Release Date: 05/20/2007


  • The Wendell Baker Story
    Wilson bros' uneven comedy has dark undertones.
    Release Date: 05/18/2007


  • The Salon
    Like a third-rate Beauty Shop. Skip it.
    Release Date: 05/11/2007


  • Delta Farce
    War in Iraq isn't funny -- neither is this movie.
    Release Date: 05/11/2007


  • The Ex
    Uneven Braff comedy OK, but lacks excitement.
    Release Date: 05/10/2007


  • Georgia Rule
    Lohan acts out in muddled mother-daughter comedy.
    Release Date: 05/10/2007


  • Waitress
    Indie tackles tough topics but is as sweet as pie.
    Release Date: 05/03/2007


  • Wedding Weekend
    Indie buddy comedy hits too many wrong notes.
    Release Date: 4/27/2007


  • Kickin' It Old Skool
    Kennedy's lowbrow comedy best for '80s veterans.
    Release Date: 04/27/2007


  • Everything's Gone Green
    Slacker comedy mixes marijuana and satire.
    Release Date: 04/20/2007


  • Hot Fuzz
    Bad Boys meets Shaun of the Dead.
    Release Date: 04/19/2007


  • Year of the Dog
    SNL alum shines as grieving, lonely animal lover.
    Release Date: 04/19/2007


  • Aqua Teen Hunger Force Colon Movie Film for Theaters for DVD
    Absurd, raunchy 'toon TV spin-off isn't for kids.
    Release Date: 4/13/2007


  • The TV Set
    Sharky, cynical look at TV world needs more bite.
    Release Date: 04/06/2007


  • Are We Done Yet?
    Ice Cube's do-it-yourself sequel is too formulaic.
    Release Date: 04/04/2007


  • Live Free or Die
    Small-town indie crime comedy is short on laughs.
    Release Date: 03/29/2007


  • Blades of Glory
    Spandex, stereotypes, and Will Ferrell on ice.
    Release Date: 03/29/2007


  • What Love Is
    Graphic-yet-boring rom-com turns off teens and up.
    Release Date: 03/23/2007


  • Offside
    Iranian dramedy scores with gender equity issues.
    Release Date: 3/23/2007


  • I Think I Love My Wife
    Rock's so-so temptation comedy earns its R rating.
    Release Date: 3/15/2007


  • The Dukes of Hazzard: The Beginning
    Sexist TV prequel is much raunchier than the show.
    Release Date: 3/13/2007


  • Lovewrecked
    Amanda Bynes sends iffy message to teen girls.
    Release Date: 3/13/2007


  • Wild Hogs
    Disneyfied Easy Rider for the suburban set.
    Release Date: 03/01/2007


  • Reno 911!: Miami
    Lowbrow hilarity for adult fans of the TV comedy.
    Release Date: 02/23/2007


  • Gray Matters
    Forgettable coming-out comedy for older teens.
    Release Date: 02/22/2007


  • Tyler Perry's Daddy's Little Girls
    No Madea in mature Tyler Perry melodrama.
    Release Date: 2/14/2007


  • Music and Lyrics
    Sweet, predictable date movie. Teens OK.
    Release Date: 02/14/2007


  • Norbit
    Another fat suit for Murphy, another bad movie.
    Release Date: 02/08/2007


  • Because I Said So
    Keaton and Moore can't save bland, cliched romcom.
    Release Date: 02/01/2007


  • Epic Movie
    Raunchy blockbuster spoof is over the top, dumb.
    Release Date: 01/26/2007


  • Catch and Release
    Mostly forgettable romantic comedy for teens+.
    Release Date: 01/25/2007


  • Futurama: Bender's Big Score
    More sex jokes, cartoon carnage than the TV show.
    Release Date: 1/21/2007


  • Big Stan
    Prison rape comedy is offensive and a waste of time.
    Release Date: 1/18/2007


  • Code Name: The Cleaner
    Amnesia action-comedy might hurt your brain, too.
    Release Date: 01/04/2007


  • American Pie Presents: The Naked Mile
    Another raunchy race toward the first time.
    Release Date: 12/19/2006


  • National Lampoon's Pledge This!
    Paris Hilton's horrendous, predictable sex romp.
    Release Date: 12/19/2006


  • Christmas Do-Over
    Groundhog Day, holiday style.
    Release Date: 12/13/2006


  • Santa Baby
    Plenty of holiday spirit in merry family film.
    Release Date: 12/12/2006


  • The Holiday
    Stars are best part of clichéd double romance.
    Release Date: 12/07/2006


  • National Lampoon's Van Wilder 2: The Rise of Taj
    Lame, horrid sequel is even worse than the first.
    Release Date: 11/30/2006


  • Deck the Halls
    Makes us miss those Home Alone days...
    Release Date: 11/21/2006


  • Tenacious D: The Pick of Destiny
    Yup, it's Jack Black -- with an "R" ... really.
    Release Date: 11/21/2006


  • Let's Go to Prison
    Punk'd star in adult jail-house comedy.
    Release Date: 11/16/2006


  • For Your Consideration
    Improv master Guest takes on Tinseltown.
    Release Date: 11/16/2006


  • Stranger Than Fiction
    Touching dramedy about living life to the fullest.
    Release Date: 11/09/2006


  • Totally Awesome
    VH1 spoof awesome just for '80s teen film fans.
    Release Date: 11/07/2006


  • Borat
    Brace yourself -- Borat is here. Not for kids.
    Release Date: 11/2/2006


  • Driving Lessons
    Ron Weasley and the trite coming-of-age story.
    Release Date: 10/13/2006


  • Man of the Year
    Lame political comedy misses the mark.
    Release Date: 10/12/2006


  • Employee of the Month
    Predictable, crude comedy aimed at teens.
    Release Date: 10/05/2006


  • School for Scoundrels
    Dismal comedy about nerds trying to be cool.
    Release Date: 09/28/2006


  • Jackass: Number Two
    More stupid and dangerous stunts. Duh.
    Release Date: 9/22/2006


  • Beerfest
    Beer and burps; only for Broken Lizard fans.
    Release Date: 08/25/2006


  • Accepted
    Dumb comedy about college students partying.
    Release Date: 8/18/2006


  • Material Girls
    A brain-numbing, fluffy flick for tweens.
    Release Date: 08/18/2006


  • Bring It On: All or Nothing
    Older teens may find something to cheer about.
    Release Date: 8/8/2006


  • Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby
    Wild, raunchy comedy about NASCAR culture.
    Release Date: 8/4/2006


  • John Tucker Must Die
    Sketchy high school revenge comedy.
    Release Date: 7/28/2006


  • Scoop
    Another comic murder mystery from Woody Allen.
    Release Date: 07/28/2006


  • Little Miss Sunshine
    Ride along to dysfunction in quirky indie comedy.
    Release Date: 07/26/2006


  • Read It and Weep
    Diary mix-up brings girl overnight stardom.
    Release Date: 07/23/2006


  • My Super Ex-Girlfriend
    Energetic romantic comedy with sexual references.
    Release Date: 7/21/2006


  • Clerks II
    More crude banter about sex, movies, drugs.
    Release Date: 07/21/2006


  • The Suite Life of Zack & Cody: Taking Over the Tipton
    Twin boys run amok at a hotel. Tweens OK.
    Release Date: 7/18/2006


  • You, Me and Dupree
    Dumb, obnoxious comedy about immature men.
    Release Date: 07/14/2006


  • Little Man
    Crude, rude one-joke failed comedy.
    Release Date: 07/14/2006


  • The Devil Wears Prada
    No Princess Diaries here, but royal fun.
    Release Date: 6/29/2006


  • Imagine Me and You
    Charming, quirky Brit romance has mild gay themes.
    Release Date: 06/27/2006


  • Click
    Another crude Adam Sandler movie. For fans only.
    Release Date: 06/22/2006


  • Nacho Libre
    A sweet, offbeat movie about caring for others.
    Release Date: 06/16/2006


  • A Prairie Home Companion
    Quirky, provocative film about relationships.
    Release Date: 06/09/2006


  • The Break-Up
    Mean-spirited comedy pushes edge for teens.
    Release Date: 6/2/2006


  • All You've Got
    Great music camouflages a messy movie.
    Release Date: 5/23/2006


  • Keeping Up with the Steins
    So-so comedy about over-the-top bar mitzvah.
    Release Date: 05/12/2006


  • Just My Luck
    Uneven Lindsay Lohan comedy; older tweens and up.
    Release Date: 5/12/2006


  • Grandma's Boy
    Absolutely dreadful and offensive comedy.
    Release Date: 5/9/2006


  • RV
    Feeble retread of comic family vacation plot.
    Release Date: 04/28/2006


  • Stick It
    Gymnasts fall short -- it's no Bring It On.
    Release Date: 4/28/2006


  • Dr. Dolittle 3
    Girl inherits dad's animal magnetism; tweens & up.
    Release Date: 04/25/2006


  • American Dreamz
    Social satire more for teens and adults.
    Release Date: 04/21/2006


  • Scary Movie 4
    Still more insipid movie spoofing. Enough already!
    Release Date: 4/14/2006


  • Cow Belles
    Family comedy is slightly ludicrous but has heart.
    Release Date: 4/9/2006


  • The Benchwarmers
    Dreadful sports comedy; a waste of time.
    Release Date: 4/7/2006


  • Phat Girlz
    Uneven Mo'Nique vehicle; not for kids.
    Release Date: 04/07/2006


  • She's the Man
    Cute but crass comedy for young teens.
    Release Date: 3/17/2006


  • Thank You for Smoking
    Mostly clever comedy about lobbyists. For adults.
    Release Date: 03/17/2006


  • Failure to Launch
    Formula romcom about a stuck-in-adolescence man.
    Release Date: 03/10/2006


  • Aquamarine
    Girls and a mermaid learn about love. Charming.
    Release Date: 3/3/2006


  • Tyler Perry's Madea's Family Reunion
    Madea is back. Not meant for kids.
    Release Date: 02/24/2006


  • Date Movie
    Gross-out comedy that mocks romantic movies.
    Release Date: 2/18/2006


  • The Pink Panther (2006)
    Slapstick update to a comedy classic falls flat.
    Release Date: 2/10/2006


  • Something New
    Romantic dramedy tackles serious themes.
    Release Date: 2/3/2006


  • Art School Confidential
    Cynical and raunchy comedy for adults only.
    Release Date: 02/02/2006


  • Big Momma's House 2
    Crude sequel lacks the original's scant appeal.
    Release Date: 1/27/2006


  • Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World
    Odd comedy sends Albert Brooks to South Asia.
    Release Date: 01/20/2006


  • Last Holiday
    Formulaic but sometimes winning comedy.
    Release Date: 01/13/2006


  • Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector
    Dumb comedy should be cited for bad taste.
    Release Date: 01/01/2006


  • Rumor Has It...
    Gal thinks The Graduate is about her family.
    Release Date: 12/25/2005


  • The Ringer
    Edgy Johnny Knoxville comedy - not for everyone.
    Release Date: 12/23/2005


  • Cheaper by the Dozen 2
    Brain-numbing sequel to a bad 2003 movie. Beware.
    Release Date: 12/21/2005


  • Fun with Dick and Jane
    So-so comedy; not likely to interest kids.
    Release Date: 12/21/2005


  • The Family Stone
    Bittersweet story won't appeal to younger teens.
    Release Date: 12/16/2005


  • Yours, Mine, & Ours
    Blended family tale remake is mediocre.
    Release Date: 11/23/2005


  • Just Friends
    Obnoxious rom-com about ex-high school friends.
    Release Date: 11/23/2005


  • The Ice Harvest
    Dark comedy about a mob lawyer who steals $2 mil.
    Release Date: 11/23/2005


  • Prime
    Predictable, sexy comedy pushes PG-13 rating.
    Release Date: 10/28/2005


  • Tim Burton's Corpse Bride
    Magical, with scares most 10-year-olds can handle.
    Release Date: 9/23/2005


  • Just Like Heaven
    Quirky romantic comedy with a dark-ish premise.
    Release Date: 09/16/2005


  • The Man
    Sad excuse for a movie, not for younger teens.
    Release Date: 9/9/2005


  • Underclassman
    Even charming Nick Cannon can't save this movie.
    Release Date: 9/2/2005


  • The 40-Year-Old Virgin
    A one-joke sex comedy that is not for kids.
    Release Date: 08/19/2005


  • Fast Times at Ridgemont High
    Teen movie is full of sex, drugs and misbehavior.
    Release Date: 08/13/2005


  • Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo
    Stupid, pointless movie. Save your time and money.
    Release Date: 8/12/2005


  • The Dukes of Hazzard
    Lame update to the popular 1980s TV series.
    Release Date: 8/5/2005


  • King of the Corner
    A story of maturity and consequences -- teens OK
    Release Date: 07/29/2005


  • Sky High
    Cartoony high school superhero drama.
    Release Date: 07/29/2005


  • Must Love Dogs
    Cute but predictable -- teen girls may like it.
    Release Date: 7/29/2005


  • Mrs. Henderson Presents
    An unexpectedly classy film. Not for kids.
    Release Date: 7/25/2005


  • Bad News Bears (2005)
    Scatological remake of a not-so-innocent movie.
    Release Date: 7/22/2005


  • Little Manhattan
    Refreshingly realistic tween tale of first love.
    Release Date: 07/20/2005


  • Wedding Crashers
    This raucous, boisterous comedy is not for kids.
    Release Date: 07/15/2005


  • Manna From Heaven
    Well-meaning movie will bore younger kids
    Release Date: 07/12/2005


  • Rebound
    Tired comedy about middle school basketball.
    Release Date: 7/1/2005


  • Bewitched
    So-so romantic comedy; only somewhat clever.
    Release Date: 6/24/2005


  • Herbie: Fully Loaded
    Kids may enjoy it; most parents will snooze.
    Release Date: 6/22/2005


  • The Perfect Man
    Lighthearted comedy deals with serious issues.
    Release Date: 6/17/2005


  • The Honeymooners
    Yet another needless remake...save your money.
    Release Date: 06/10/2005


  • The Longest Yard
    Poor remake pushes the edges of PG-13.
    Release Date: 5/27/2005


  • Kicking & Screaming
    This sometimes-obnoxious comedy is no Elf.
    Release Date: 5/13/2005


  • Monster-In-Law
    Predictable romantic comedy lacks kid appeal.
    Release Date: 5/13/2005


  • King's Ransom
    Coarse comedy about kidnapping and revenge.
    Release Date: 4/22/2005


  • A Lot Like Love
    Bungling and predictable romantic comedy.
    Release Date: 4/22/2005


  • Fever Pitch
    Perfectly enjoyable but perfectly forgettable.
    Release Date: 4/8/2005


  • Beauty Shop
    So-so movie with great cast pushes PG-13 limits.
    Release Date: 4/1/2005


  • Guess Who
    Update on Poitier classic isn't as memorable.
    Release Date: 3/25/2005


  • Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous
    Silly but mildly entertaining farce.
    Release Date: 3/25/2005


  • D.E.B.S.
    Cartoonish Charlie's Angels with lesbians.
    Release Date: 3/24/2005


  • Melinda and Melinda
    Great premise, but talky dramedy doesn't deliver.
    Release Date: 3/18/2005


  • Be Cool
    Watered-down sequel isn't meant for kids.
    Release Date: 3/4/2005


  • The Pacifier
    A crass, crude, and overly-familiar comedy.
    Release Date: 3/4/2005


  • Man of the House
    Not too much to cheer about in this lame movie.
    Release Date: 2/25/2005


  • Hitch
    Will Smith charms again; best for teens and up.
    Release Date: 2/11/2005


  • Waiting
    An undercooked, overdone raunchy comedy.
    Release Date: 02/07/2005


  • The Wedding Date
    As stale as last week's wedding cake.
    Release Date: 2/4/2005


  • Kinky Boots
    Brit comedy is more warm and quirky than kinky.
    Release Date: 01/30/2005


  • In Good Company
    A so-so script but great performances.
    Release Date: 12/29/2004


  • Meet the Fockers
    Hard-working, slightly stale; not for young teens.
    Release Date: 12/22/2004


  • Spanglish
    Mixed messages wrapped in stale stereotypes.
    Release Date: 12/17/2004


  • The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou
    Another quirkfest from Wes Anderson; not for kids.
    Release Date: 12/10/2004


  • Christmas with the Kranks
    Unoriginal, unfunny slapstick holiday fare.
    Release Date: 11/24/2004


  • Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason
    Repeat of first film lacks charm. Not for kids.
    Release Date: 11/11/2004


  • Surviving Christmas
    You'll be lucky if you survive this dumb movie.
    Release Date: 10/22/2004


  • Team America: World Police
    This raunchy movie is not for children.
    Release Date: 10/15/2004


  • Taxi
    Think twice before hailing this Taxi.
    Release Date: 10/8/2004


  • I Heart Huckabees
    Brilliant existential comedy for adults only.
    Release Date: 9/30/2004


  • First Daughter
    Very predictable, but tween girls may like it.
    Release Date: 9/24/2004


  • Mr. 3000
    Bernie Mac carries this risqué minor league film.
    Release Date: 9/17/2004


  • The Wedding Singer
    Not the most original comedy, but many will enjoy.
    Release Date: 9/14/2004


  • The Cookout
    Avoid this gross, raunchy comedy at all costs.
    Release Date: 9/3/2004


  • Without a Paddle
    Even a paddle can't keep this movie from sinking.
    Release Date: 8/20/2004


  • Danny Deckchair
    Pleasant little diversion with some sweet moments.
    Release Date: 8/13/2004


  • Little Black Book
    A romance-free, comedy-free romantic comedy
    Release Date: 8/6/2004


  • Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle
    Extremely dumb and vulgar comedy; not for kids.
    Release Date: 7/29/2004


  • A Cinderella Story
    Funny and sweet update of the Cinderella story.
    Release Date: 7/16/2004


  • Anchorman
    Silly comedy that's definitely not for kids
    Release Date: 07/09/2004


  • Sleepover
    Not for younger kids despite its PG rating.
    Release Date: 7/9/2004


  • White Chicks
    Predictable farce isn't very funny or original.
    Release Date: 6/25/2004


  • Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story
    Think Bad News Bears crossed with Happy Gilmore.
    Release Date: 6/18/2004


  • Napoleon Dynamite
    One-of-a-kind high school comedy for the family.
    Release Date: 06/11/2004


  • The Stepford Wives
    So-so remake of campy 70s movie; not for kids.
    Release Date: 6/11/2004


  • Saved!
    Begins as a satire, ends with a renewal of faith.
    Release Date: 5/28/2004


  • Raising Helen
    Light drama with some appealing moments.
    Release Date: 5/28/2004


  • Soul Plane
    Raunchy comedy for adults only.
    Release Date: 5/27/2004


  • Breakin All the Rules
    Not much worth seeing in this mess of a movie.
    Release Date: 5/14/2004


  • New York Minute
    Not great, but Olsen twin fans won't care.
    Release Date: 5/7/2004


  • Laws of Attraction
    There's no reason to see this movie.
    Release Date: 4/30/2004


  • Mean Girls
    Mature but often-hilarious teen comedy.
    Release Date: 4/30/2004


  • Envy
    It's a long, long time between chuckles.
    Release Date: 4/30/2004


  • 13 Going on 30
    Touching and hilarious Jennifer Garner romcom.
    Release Date: 04/23/2004


  • Connie and Carla
    The plot is nothing new; not much here for teens.
    Release Date: 4/16/2004


  • The Whole Ten Yards
    This appalling mess of a movie just isn't funny.
    Release Date: 4/9/2004


  • The Girl Next Door
    Stunningly bad teen sex comedy.
    Release Date: 4/8/2004


  • Johnson Family Vacation
    This charmless movie not for children.
    Release Date: 4/7/2004


  • The Prince and Me
    Good acting saves unoriginal Cinderella story.
    Release Date: 4/2/2004


  • Shaolin Soccer
    Untraditional underdog sports team story.
    Release Date: 3/26/2004


  • The Ladykillers
    Some wicked pleasures for mature teens and adults.
    Release Date: 3/25/2004


  • Starsky & Hutch
    Silly, but lots of fun for older teens.
    Release Date: 3/5/2004


  • Broken Lizard's Club Dread
    This slasher/comedy isn't funny or entertaining.
    Release Date: 2/26/2004


  • Welcome to Mooseport
    For Ray Romano fans only.
    Release Date: 2/20/2004


  • Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen
    Enjoyable movie about the trials of being a teen.
    Release Date: 2/20/2004


  • Eurotrip
    Stupid and offensive. Beware.
    Release Date: 2/19/2004


  • 50 First Dates
    Silly, crude humor and a dash of romance.
    Release Date: 2/13/2004


  • Barbershop 2: Back in Business
    Great message delivered in an edgy hip-hop movie.
    Release Date: 2/6/2004


  • The Big Bounce
    Missing: this movie's plot.
    Release Date: 1/30/2004


  • Win a Date with Tad Hamilton
    Fluffy, but well-made and irresistibly cute.
    Release Date: 1/23/2004


  • Along Came Polly
    Talented actors in dumb film with gross sex humor.
    Release Date: 1/16/2004


  • Bring It On Again
    Sequel gives teen girls something to cheer about.
    Release Date: 01/13/2004


  • Chasing Liberty
    Middle school girls only need apply.
    Release Date: 1/9/2004


  • South Park: The Passion of the Jew
    Passion of the Christ gets skewered.
    Release Date: 01/01/2004


  • Calendar Girls
    Charming, feel-good flick. Most teens won't care.
    Release Date: 12/19/2003


  • Love Don't Cost a Thing
    Missed opportunity full of dubious messages.
    Release Date: 12/12/2003


  • Stuck on You
    Sweet, slapstick and crude humor.
    Release Date: 12/12/2003


  • Something's Gotta Give
    Delightful comedy, older teens and parents only.
    Release Date: 12/12/2003


  • Bad Santa
    Too naughty for kids; nice for some grown-ups.
    Release Date: 11/26/2003


  • The Triplets of Belleville
    Not for little kids but great grown-up pleasure.
    Release Date: 11/26/2003


  • Love Actually
    Romantic and entertaining -- for older teens.
    Release Date: 11/7/2003


  • Scary Movie 3
    This PG-13 has R-rated stuff.
    Release Date: 10/24/2003


  • Pieces of April
    Thought-provoking, engaging; mid-teens and older.
    Release Date: 10/17/2003


  • Intolerable Cruelty
    Screwball comedy for older teens and adults.
    Release Date: 10/9/2003


  • School of Rock
    Standout Jack Black in nerd-becomes-cool comedy.
    Release Date: 10/03/2003


  • Duplex
    Gets old fast, and the pay-off disappoints.
    Release Date: 9/26/2003


  • The Fighting Temptations
    Great music, mediocre plot and acting.
    Release Date: 9/19/2003


  • Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star
    Not at all funny David Spade movie.
    Release Date: 09/05/2003


  • Dr. Dolittle (1998)
    This gimmicky animal tale is crude but funny.
    Release Date: 9/2/2003


  • My Boss's Daughter
    This is one of the worst movies of the year.
    Release Date: 8/21/2003


  • Marci X
    Seemingly endless movie.
    Release Date: 8/21/2003


  • Uptown Girls
    A lame, predictable comedy.
    Release Date: 8/15/2003


  • Grind
    Pretty much a complete waste of time.
    Release Date: 8/15/2003


  • Le Divorce
    Not a frothy romantic comedy.
    Release Date: 8/8/2003


  • Camp
    Funny movie about theater camp for teens.
    Release Date: 7/25/2003


  • American Wedding
    Another slice of American Pie. Older teens only.
    Release Date: 7/24/2003


  • Johnny English
    Fine (if not mentally challenging) for tweens.
    Release Date: 7/18/2003


  • Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde
    Not as good as the first, but still enjoyable.
    Release Date: 7/2/2003


  • Alex and Emma
    Uninspired -- neither romantic nor comic.
    Release Date: 6/20/2003


  • Dumb and Dumberer: When Harry Met Lloyd
    Not expected to be great, but still disappoints.
    Release Date: 6/13/2003


  • Bruce Almighty
    Happily deranged comedy has normal Carrey humor.
    Release Date: 05/23/2003


  • The In-Laws
    This movie has more misfires than hits.
    Release Date: 5/23/2003


  • Down with Love
    Hilarious spoof on 60s comedies for mature 14+.
    Release Date: 5/16/2003


  • The Lizzie McGuire Movie
    The target audience will absolutely adore it.
    Release Date: 05/02/2003


  • Malibu's Most Wanted
    Dumb movie, but some funny moments for teens.
    Release Date: 04/18/2003


  • Chasing Papi
    Stereotyped Latino sitcom about a cheating man.
    Release Date: 04/16/2003


  • A Mighty Wind
    Hilarious mockumentary of aging folk singers.
    Release Date: 4/16/2003


  • Anger Management
    Very raunchy, uneven comedy with great actors.
    Release Date: 04/11/2003


  • What a Girl Wants
    Overly cute, but great for its intended audience.
    Release Date: 04/04/2003


  • Head of State
    Chris Rock runs for president.
    Release Date: 03/28/2003


  • View from the Top
    What was Gwyneth Paltrow thinking?
    Release Date: 3/21/2003


  • Agent Cody Banks
    Only a kid could love it, but they do.
    Release Date: 03/14/2003


  • Bend It Like Beckham
    Superb tale of a girl's struggle for her dreams.
    Release Date: 3/12/2003


  • Bringing Down the House
    Martin and Latifah rule in boundary-pushing PG-13.
    Release Date: 03/07/2003


  • Old School
    Very politically incorrect; funny for many adults.
    Release Date: 02/21/2003


  • How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
    Battle of the sexes romcom with mature content.
    Release Date: 2/7/2003


  • Deliver Us from Eva
    Above average movie for high schoolers.
    Release Date: 2/7/2003


  • Shanghai Knights
    This buddy movie is for teens and up.
    Release Date: 02/07/2003


  • A Guy Thing
    Lame, crude descendent of Meet the Parents.
    Release Date: 1/27/2003


  • National Security
    Indistinguishable dumb action comedy.
    Release Date: 1/17/2003


  • Kangaroo Jack
    A very bad movie -- shouldn't have been PG.
    Release Date: 01/17/2003


  • Just Married
    Immature and annoying; the jokes are tired.
    Release Date: 1/10/2003


  • Two Weeks Notice
    Predictable romantic comedy.
    Release Date: 12/20/2002


  • About Schmidt
    Heartfelt Nicholson, not for kids at all.
    Release Date: 12/13/2002


  • The Hot Chick
    Offensive, vile, and, even worse, not funny.
    Release Date: 12/13/2002


  • Maid in Manhattan
    Undeniably pleasing if not particularly memorable.
    Release Date: 12/13/2002


  • Analyze That
    Amusing mob comedy for older teens only.
    Release Date: 12/6/2002


  • Adam Sandler's Eight Crazy Nights
    Ouch. Lame Sandler attempt at holiday humor.
    Release Date: 11/27/2002


  • The Haint
    Some older kids will like this creepy story.
    Release Date: 11/26/2002


  • Friday After Next
    Something to offend everyone.
    Release Date: 11/21/2002


  • Punch Drunk Love
    Odd romantic journey for adults and older teens.
    Release Date: 10/25/2002


  • Jackass: The Movie
    More idiotic and dangerous than the show. Really.
    Release Date: 10/25/2002


  • Snatch
    Eccentric characters, lively banter, adults only.
    Release Date: 10/17/2002


  • Swept Away
    What a waste of potential.
    Release Date: 10/11/2002


  • The Tuxedo
    A cute idea, miserably executed.
    Release Date: 9/27/2002


  • Sweet Home Alabama
    Witherspoon's charm keeps this movie afloat.
    Release Date: 9/27/2002


  • Barbershop
    Charming urban comedy for teens.
    Release Date: 09/13/2002


  • Master of Disguise
    A messy disappointment for Dana Carvey fans.
    Release Date: 8/2/2002


  • Martin Lawrence Live: Runteldat
    The comedy here is for adults only.
    Release Date: 8/2/2002


  • Austin Powers in Goldmember
    What can we say? See the movie first, then decide.
    Release Date: 7/26/2002


  • The Crew
    A forgettable made-for-TV-like production.
    Release Date: 7/1/2002


  • Mr. Deeds
    Pretty awful, but teen Sandler fans may like it.
    Release Date: 06/28/2002


  • Lovely and Amazing
    Mature story about relationships and family.
    Release Date: 06/28/2002


  • Juwanna Man
    Cross-dressing sports comedy has lockerroom humor.
    Release Date: 6/21/2002


  • Tomcats
    A parade of labored sex gags and bathroom humor.
    Release Date: 6/3/2002


  • Undercover Brother
    Stereotype-based satire; not for young kids.
    Release Date: 05/31/2002


  • The New Guy
    The New Guy is a waste of talent and time.
    Release Date: 5/10/2002


  • An Everlasting Piece
    Powerful story of Northern Ireland for adults.
    Release Date: 5/6/2002


  • Playing Mona Lisa
    Funny movie for older teens.
    Release Date: 5/6/2002


  • Hollywood Ending
    Ephemeral, Woody Allen. Only for his fans.
    Release Date: 5/3/2002


  • My Big Fat Greek Wedding
    Perfect sleepover movie for tweens (and moms!).
    Release Date: 4/19/2002


  • The Truth About Cats & Dogs
    Funny and intelligent, despite some flaws.
    Release Date: 04/15/2002


  • The Sweetest Thing
    Extremely lowbrow -- definitely not for kids.
    Release Date: 4/12/2002


  • National Lampoon's Van Wilder
    The grossest, most disgusting humor imaginable.
    Release Date: 4/5/2002


  • Big Trouble
    Sharp, funny movie for high schoolers and up.
    Release Date: 04/05/2002


  • Monkeybone
    Starts out bad and gets progressively worse.
    Release Date: 3/25/2002


  • Who Framed Roger Rabbit?
    Deceptively adult movie is fun, but not for kids.
    Release Date: 3/25/2002


  • Ali G InDaHouse
    Pre-Borat, a raunchy spoof of a hip-hop pretender.
    Release Date: 3/22/2002


  • 40 Days and 40 Nights
    Mildly amusing Josh Hartnett sex comedy.
    Release Date: 03/01/2002


  • Super Troopers
    Not the dumbest movie ever, but pretty bad.
    Release Date: 2/15/2002


  • Get Over It
    Tired teen fare full of drinking, grossout humor.
    Release Date: 1/14/2002


  • Orange County
    Stupid movie pushes boundaries of PG-13.
    Release Date: 01/11/2002


  • The Nutty Professor
    A dumb, offensive movie--a good one to skip.
    Release Date: 1/2/2002


  • The Bachelor
    Unbelievable plot and stale stereotypes.
    Release Date: 12/26/2001


  • The Royal Tenenbaums
    Quirky extended-family story with dry adult humor.
    Release Date: 12/21/2001


  • Joe Somebody
    Talented actors are wasted on bad script.
    Release Date: 12/21/2001


  • Black Knight
    Martin Lawrence amuses in raunchy comedy.
    Release Date: 11/21/2001


  • Shallow Hal
    Romantic comedy is pretty tame for Farrelly Bros.
    Release Date: 11/9/2001


  • Amelie
    Thoughtful, charming for 16+.
    Release Date: 11/2/2001


  • Whatever It Takes
    This is simply an assembly of cinematic cliches.
    Release Date: 10/30/2001


  • Company Man
    Political '60s spoof won't interest most teens.
    Release Date: 10/28/2001


  • Corky Romano
    Eighth rate tired, unimaginative mob comedy.
    Release Date: 10/12/2001


  • Serendipity
    Lightweight romance may appeal to teens.
    Release Date: 10/5/2001


  • Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
    Kevin Smith fans will enjoy. Not for kids.
    Release Date: 8/25/2001


  • The Curse of the Jade Scorpion
    Older kids may like this Woody Allen comedy.
    Release Date: 8/24/2001


  • Rat Race
    Vulgar and lowbrow, but very funny.
    Release Date: 8/17/2001


  • American Pie 2
    Better than #1 but still raunchy. Teens love it.
    Release Date: 8/10/2001


  • Osmosis Jones
    The PG rating is deceptive.
    Release Date: 8/10/2001


  • Ghost World
    Offbeat indie dramedy will resonate with older teens.
    Release Date: 7/20/2001


  • America's Sweethearts
    So-so sitcom-like story of estranged movie stars.
    Release Date: 07/20/2001


  • Legally Blonde
    So much fun for young teens and up; not for kids.
    Release Date: 07/13/2001


  • Scary Movie 2
    Dumb humor, insults and gallons of bodily fluids.
    Release Date: 7/3/2001


  • Dr. Dolittle 2
    Animal-vet antics a la Murphy; some potty humor.
    Release Date: 06/22/2001


  • Tortilla Soup
    A harmless comedy that will make your mouth water.
    Release Date: 6/9/2001


  • What's the Worst that Could Happen?
    Uncomfortably distasteful at times.
    Release Date: 6/1/2001


  • City Lights
    A screen gem. Youngsters and up.
    Release Date: 5/8/2001


  • One Night at McCool's
    Disappointing, too violent, and not very funny.
    Release Date: 4/27/2001


  • Town and Country
    Enjoyable but ultimately mystifying.
    Release Date: 4/27/2001


  • Kissing Jessica Stein
    Sweet comedy about when a girl meets girl.
    Release Date: 4/21/2001


  • Freddy Got Fingered
    Sorry, this one's just vile.
    Release Date: 4/20/2001


  • Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles
    Painfully stupid but kids love it. Go figure.
    Release Date: 4/20/2001


  • Just Visiting
    Time travel comedy with bathroom humor.
    Release Date: 4/14/2001


  • Bridget Jones's Diary
    Oh, such fun for older teens!
    Release Date: 4/13/2001


  • Josie and the Pussycats
    Movie rates itself out of an ideal audience.
    Release Date: 4/11/2001


  • Someone Like You
    So-so romantic comedy for teens.
    Release Date: 3/30/2001


  • Say it Isn't So
    A mediocre comedy about incest.
    Release Date: 3/23/2001


  • About Adam
    Charming, explicit love story for mature teens.
    Release Date: 3/23/2001


  • Heartbreakers
    Not terrible, it just doesn't work very well.
    Release Date: 3/23/2001


  • Down to Earth
    Likeable Chris Rock in a comedy about race.
    Release Date: 02/16/2001


  • Woman on Top
    Penelope Cruz and little else in this so-so comedy
    Release Date: 2/13/2001


  • Saving Silverman
    A dumb comedy, but older teens may laugh.
    Release Date: 2/9/2001


  • Zoolander
    A surprisingly entertaining movie, but edgy.
    Release Date: 2/2/2001


  • Head Over Heels
    Romance, pratfalls, grossout jokes in lame comedy.
    Release Date: 2/2/2001


  • Sugar and Spice
    More like snips and snails and puppy dog tails.
    Release Date: 1/26/2001


  • The Wedding Planner
    Disappointing would-be romantic comedy.
    Release Date: 1/26/2001


  • Double Take
    Violent waste of talent.
    Release Date: 1/12/2001


  • Not Another Teen Movie
    Teenage Wasteland -- strictly for older teens.
    Release Date: 1/1/2001


  • State and Main
    Intriguing characters, good movie for older teens.
    Release Date: 12/22/2000


  • Miss Congeniality
    Pleasant and entertaining; for teens and older.
    Release Date: 12/22/2000


  • The Family Man
    Pleasant movie despite some predictability.
    Release Date: 12/22/2000


  • Dude, Where's My Car?
    Brain-cell depleting comedy will appeal to kids.
    Release Date: 12/15/2000


  • What Women Want
    Gibson keeps this movie afloat.
    Release Date: 12/15/2000


  • Boys and Girls
    Silly star crossed sex obsessed love flick.
    Release Date: 11/14/2000


  • Little Nicky
    This is no Wedding Singer.
    Release Date: 11/10/2000


  • Best in Show
    Hilarious and offbeat but humor is pretty grownup.
    Release Date: 10/29/2000


  • Bedazzled
    Americanized 2000 remake delights.
    Release Date: 10/20/2000


  • The Ladies Man
    Dumb -- SNL skits don't work as movies.
    Release Date: 10/13/2000


  • Bamboozled
    Provocative Spike Lee movie for older teens.
    Release Date: 10/6/2000


  • Meet the Parents
    Star-driven comedy at times offensive and funny.
    Release Date: 10/06/2000


  • Nurse Betty
    This comedy has a few violent scenes.
    Release Date: 9/7/2000


  • Bring It On
    Smart and sassy movie marred by raunchy humor.
    Release Date: 08/25/2000


  • The Tao of Steve
    Sweet, funny romantic comedy for mature audiences.
    Release Date: 8/4/2000


  • Space Cowboys
    Weak and saggy script meets predictable plot.
    Release Date: 8/4/2000


  • Nutty Professor II: The Klumps
    Bodily function humor galore marks Murphy sequel.
    Release Date: 7/28/2000


  • Loser
    Frustrating and annoying and tedious. A mess.
    Release Date: 7/21/2000


  • Grosse Pointe Blank
    Quirky mix of laughs, extreme violence. No payoff.
    Release Date: 7/12/2000


  • The Kid
    Very funny and genuinely insightful family movie.
    Release Date: 7/7/2000


  • The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle
    Kids will enjoy it, even if the jokes escape them.
    Release Date: 6/30/2000


  • Clue
    The board game is a lot more fun.
    Release Date: 6/25/2000


  • Me, Myself & Irene
    The Farrellys strike again; avoid this awful film.
    Release Date: 6/23/2000


  • Father of the Bride
    Steve Martin's sweet-natured wedding weepy.
    Release Date: 06/03/2000


  • Big Momma's House
    Funny Martin Lawrence in drag with potty jokes.
    Release Date: 6/2/2000


  • Small Time Crooks
    Not much here to interest to children.
    Release Date: 5/19/2000


  • Road Trip
    Vulgar for some parents, but teens will love.
    Release Date: 5/19/2000


  • Shanghai Noon
    Engaging Jackie Chan movie for older teens and up.
    Release Date: 05/19/2000


  • Pee-wee's Big Adventure
    Just as charming and curious as it was in 1985.
    Release Date: 05/02/2000


  • Committed
    Somewhat bizarre chick flick. R for language.
    Release Date: 4/28/2000


  • Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas
    Um, no surprises here. Better than the original.
    Release Date: 4/28/2000


  • Keeping the Faith
    Classic romantic triangle for teens and up.
    Release Date: 4/14/2000


  • Ready to Rumble
    PG-13 movie has a lot of R-type material.
    Release Date: 4/7/2000


  • High Fidelity
    Funny, neurotic, charming but not for kids.
    Release Date: 3/31/2000


  • Mission to Mars
    So-so sci-fi; may be too intense for some kids.
    Release Date: 3/11/2000


  • Drowning Mona
    Talented cast wasted in an awful movie.
    Release Date: 3/3/2000


  • The Whole Nine Yards
    Some very funny moments, but not for kids.
    Release Date: 2/25/2000


  • Diamonds
    Originally rated R, this weak tale disappoints.
    Release Date: 2/15/2000


  • Next Friday
    Lazy, dumb, and misogynistic.
    Release Date: 1/28/2000


  • Isn't She Great
    Midler's character is empty, boring, selfish.
    Release Date: 1/28/2000


  • Galaxy Quest
    Hilarious, fast, funny, fresh fun for the family.
    Release Date: 12/21/1999


  • Deuce Bigalow, Male Gigolo
    Raunchy prostitution comedy is lazy and crude.
    Release Date: 12/9/1999


  • Notting Hill
    Not deep, but definitely funny--teens will enjoy.
    Release Date: 11/10/1999


  • Superstar
    Even SNL fans will find this movie too long.
    Release Date: 10/11/1999


  • Drive Me Crazy
    Drunken teens in a story stretched way too thin.
    Release Date: 10/2/1999


  • Mystery Alaska
    Grown-up Mighty Ducks isn't meant for kids.
    Release Date: 9/30/1999


  • Detroit Rock City
    A valentine to sex, drugs, and cutting school.
    Release Date: 9/25/1999


  • Blue Streak
    Pleasant diversion with lots of silly fun for teens.
    Release Date: 9/18/1999


  • The Muse
    Satire, Hollywood in-jokes won't appeal to kids.
    Release Date: 8/30/1999


  • Uncle Buck
    The Candy man can make this iffy movie taste good.
    Release Date: 08/26/1999


  • Mystery Men
    Decent depiction of post-modern comic-book story.
    Release Date: 8/15/1999


  • Bowfinger
    Entertaining, great actors but not a home run.
    Release Date: 8/15/1999


  • Dick
    Funny, scatalogical movie about President Nixon.
    Release Date: 08/04/1999


  • Runaway Bride
    Cute romantic comedy OK for most older kids.
    Release Date: 08/01/1999


  • But I'm a Cheerleader
    Gay love satire for mature older teens and up.
    Release Date: 7/10/1999


  • Dogma
    Controversial comedy is irreverent and bloody.
    Release Date: 07/06/1999


  • American Pie
    Ultra-raunchy sex comedy is a teen fave -- beware.
    Release Date: 7/1/1999


  • Big Daddy
    Typical Adam Sandler -- charm mixed with crude humor.
    Release Date: 6/25/1999


  • Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me
    Full of sex and bathroom humor. Not for kids.
    Release Date: 6/10/1999


  • South Park: Bigger, Longer, and Uncut
    Entertaining raunchfest; not for kids.
    Release Date: 6/5/1999


  • Never Been Kissed
    A genuinely sweet and romantic story for teens.
    Release Date: 4/2/1999


  • 10 Things I Hate About You
    Engaging but edgy update of Taming of the Shrew.
    Release Date: 4/1/1999


  • Little Giants
    The little guy wins in this rote comedy.
    Release Date: 3/2/1999


  • Office Space
    Dark comedy is aimed at 20-somethings, not kids.
    Release Date: 02/19/1999


  • Blast from the Past
    Adam and Eve comedy isn't good or bad.
    Release Date: 2/12/1999


  • My Favorite Martian
    A terrible movie -- beware.
    Release Date: 2/12/1999


  • She's All That
    Uneven "ugly duckling" teen flick.
    Release Date: 1/30/1999


  • Election
    Dark high school comedy is best for older teens.
    Release Date: 01/01/1999


  • You've Got Mail
    Predictable-but-sweet romantic comedy.
    Release Date: 12/20/1998


  • Waking Ned Devine
    Some funny parts, but kids may not be interested.
    Release Date: 12/15/1998


  • Rushmore
    Probably of more interest to adults than to teens.
    Release Date: 12/11/1998


  • Shakespeare in Love
    Lavish historical drama has explicit sex scenes.
    Release Date: 12/11/1998


  • I'll Be Home for Christmas
    Jon Taylor Thomas' yule tale charming for tweens.
    Release Date: 11/13/1998


  • The Borrowers
    Charming screen adaptation of cute book.
    Release Date: 11/1/1998


  • Bulworth
    Smug but fun political satire for adults only.
    Release Date: 10/12/1998


  • A Night at the Roxbury
    Not worth seeing unless you're a huge Ferrell fan.
    Release Date: 10/02/1998


  • Can't Hardly Wait
    Boozy party movie where losing inhibitions pays off.
    Release Date: 9/30/1998


  • Spice World
    Loony mockumentary captures Spice Girl fever.
    Release Date: 09/03/1998


  • Bean
    Slapstick, but gross-out humor.
    Release Date: 9/1/1998


  • The Waterboy
    Really dumb, but many teens love it anyway.
    Release Date: 8/11/1998


  • There's Something About Mary
    Farrelly bros' gross-out laughs aren't for kids.
    Release Date: 07/15/1998


  • Dave
    Pleasant comedy for older kids and up.
    Release Date: 04/28/1998


  • Half Baked
    Goofy marijuana movie with weak plot.
    Release Date: 1/16/1998


  • The Big Lebowski
    A wild ride for adults only.
    Release Date: 01/01/1998


  • As Good as It Gets
    Funny, but not a light comedy for youngsters.
    Release Date: 12/25/1997


  • Wag the Dog
    Entertaining, creepily resonant political comedy.
    Release Date: 12/17/1997


  • The Full Monty
    Who knew male strippers could be so sweet?
    Release Date: 8/13/1997


  • My Best Friend's Wedding
    A poor imitation of a screwball comedy.
    Release Date: 07/24/1997


  • Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
    This shagadelic James Bond spoof isn't for kids.
    Release Date: 05/02/1997


  • Liar Liar
    Carrey's mugging glosses over some tough issues.
    Release Date: 3/21/1997


  • Jungle 2 Jungle
    Silly farce about a jungle boy in New York.
    Release Date: 3/7/1997


  • Waiting for Guffman
    Fab small-town spoof; subtle humor may bore kids.
    Release Date: 01/31/1997


  • Chasing Amy
    Dated romantic comedy wrong for all kids.
    Release Date: 1/23/1997


  • One Fine Day
    Clooney and Pfeiffer plus kids is fun romp.
    Release Date: 12/20/1996


  • That Thing You Do!
    Sweet, sleepy take on flash-in-the-pan '60s band.
    Release Date: 12/19/1996


  • Mars Attacks!
    Alien-invasion satire for older tweens and up.
    Release Date: 12/12/1996


  • Everyone Says I Love You
    Modern musical will not interest teens.
    Release Date: 12/06/1996


  • Jingle All the Way
    Ahnold terminates the holiday spirit.
    Release Date: 11/21/1996


  • The First Wives Club
    Frothy divorce-revenge comedy with iffy messages.
    Release Date: 9/20/1996


  • Jack
    Ten-year-old boy in 40-year-old body is a winner.
    Release Date: 9/12/1996


  • A Very Brady Sequel
    Second far-out spoof is just as neat-o and fun.
    Release Date: 08/23/1996


  • Kingpin
    Ribald bowling comedy is vintage Farrelly brothers.
    Release Date: 7/26/1996


  • Big Night
    Delicious adult fare sure to leave you hungry.
    Release Date: 07/19/1996


  • Swingers
    Funny modern comedy of manners and cool.
    Release Date: 7/11/1996


  • The Cable Guy
    A twisted comedy about TV addiction. Teens OK.
    Release Date: 06/10/1996


  • Welcome to the Dollhouse
    A dark look at adolescence; not for kids.
    Release Date: 3/22/1996


  • Bottle Rocket
    The first Anderson/Wilson offbeat, talky comedy.
    Release Date: 02/21/1996


  • Happy Gilmore
    Adolescent humor at its best/worst.
    Release Date: 2/16/1996


  • Beautiful Girls
    Talky '90s romance; kids may be "just not into" it.
    Release Date: 2/9/1996


  • Father of the Bride Part II
    Lightweight family film is funny, but predictable.
    Release Date: 12/8/1995


  • Home for the Holidays
    Funny, adult look at a dysfunctional holiday.
    Release Date: 11/13/1995


  • Get Shorty
    Violent caper film isn't for kids and young teens.
    Release Date: 10/20/1995


  • The American President
    Witty, wise, and idealized political romance.
    Release Date: 10/02/1995


  • Operation Dumbo Drop
    A harmless, if mostly charmless, movie.
    Release Date: 7/28/1995


  • Clueless
    Charming, funny take on Jane Austen's Emma.
    Release Date: 07/26/1995


  • While You Were Sleeping
    Appealing family comedy with old-fashioned feel.
    Release Date: 4/21/1995


  • Tommy Boy
    Raunchy, funny, and not for younger kids.
    Release Date: 3/31/1995


  • Heavyweights
    Good times at "fat camp" can be confusing to younger kids.
    Release Date: 3/4/1995


  • The Brady Bunch Movie
    Campy, affectionate send-up of a classic TV show.
    Release Date: 02/17/1995


  • Mallrats
    Typical Kevin Smith fare; not suitable for kids.
    Release Date: 01/01/1995


  • Billy Madison
    Young teens will like brash, immature humor.
    Release Date: 01/01/1995


  • Junior
    Arnold's Mr. Mom film lacks belly laughs.
    Release Date: 11/23/1994


  • Clerks
    Low language, high philosophy, and low budget.
    Release Date: 10/19/1994


  • Camp Nowhere
    Camp Nowhere should go nowhere near your child.
    Release Date: 8/26/1994


  • Flubber
    Many kids will enjoy this silly movie.
    Release Date: 7/6/1994


  • Little Big League
    Family comedy hits home run; product placement strikes out.
    Release Date: 6/29/1994


  • The Mask
    A bit crude, but fun and relatively harmless.
    Release Date: 6/14/1994


  • The Flintstones
    Zany cave-age antics leaven too-serious plot.
    Release Date: 5/23/1994


  • Maverick
    '90s Western offers a few laughs and so-so adventure.
    Release Date: 5/20/1994


  • Serial Mom
    Waters' cheery murder satire is gory and profane.
    Release Date: 05/13/1994


  • The Air Up There
    Offensive, shop-worn comedy.
    Release Date: 4/11/1994


  • Four Weddings and a Funeral
    Sexy, funny, romantic comedy at its finest.
    Release Date: 3/9/1994


  • Reality Bites
    Comedy about 20-something slackers isn't for kids.
    Release Date: 2/18/1994


  • Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
    Skip it unless you love Carrey's gross-out humor.
    Release Date: 2/4/1994


  • Dumb and Dumber
    The caviar of low-brow, gross-out comedy.
    Release Date: 1/1/1994


  • The Santa Clause
    Heartwarming family tale for both kids and adults.
    Release Date: 01/01/1994


  • Sleepless in Seattle
    A fairy tale that even teens can enjoy.
    Release Date: 12/15/1993


  • Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit
    Harmless, silly tale with vibrant music and dance.
    Release Date: 12/10/1993


  • Addams Family Values
    A dark comedy teens will love.
    Release Date: 11/19/1993


  • Cool Runnings
    Delightful story of Jamaican bobsledders.
    Release Date: 10/10/1993


  • Son of the Pink Panther
    Some kids might like so-so Pink Panther.
    Release Date: 9/13/1993


  • Mrs. Doubtfire
    You'll laugh, you'll cry. Best divorce movie.
    Release Date: 8/27/1993


  • Dennis the Menace
    Contrived movie is not true to its origins.
    Release Date: 6/25/1993


  • Groundhog Day
    A witty, sarcastic take on redemption.
    Release Date: 2/12/1993


  • Robin Hood: Men in Tights
    Slapstick spoof is not for little ones.
    Release Date: 1/1/1993


  • Dazed and Confused
    Plenty of drug use with very little consequence.
    Release Date: 01/01/1993


  • Wayne's World
    Incredibly lowbrow but many teens will love it.
    Release Date: 10/14/1992


  • Encino Man
    Silly teen comedy has some Neanderthal behavior.
    Release Date: 10/09/1992


  • Bebe's Kids
    Simpsons-like cartoon earns its PG-13.
    Release Date: 09/18/1992


  • White Men Can't Jump
    Hustlin' hoops tale with too much skin for kids.
    Release Date: 06/06/1992


  • Sister Act
    Whoopi's heavenly comedy has a rebellious side.
    Release Date: 5/29/1992


  • My Cousin Vinny
    Courtroom comedy will appeal to teens. Some strong language.
    Release Date: 3/13/1992


  • Strictly Ballroom
    Zany ballroom dance farce is a romantic treat.
    Release Date: 01/01/1992


  • Sneakers
    A smart, smooth technological thriller.
    Release Date: 01/01/1992


  • The Addams Family
    Dark comedy with macabre humor for teens.
    Release Date: 11/22/1991


  • Dutch
    Coarse tale of family and Thanksgiving for teens.
    Release Date: 11/14/1991


  • Hot Shots!
    Daffy flight with the Airplane! crew; some crudeness.
    Release Date: 7/31/1991


  • L.A. Story
    Sweet and quirky, but only L.A. kids will get the joke.
    Release Date: 2/8/1991


  • City Slickers
    Lassos midlife-crisis laughs; teens and up.
    Release Date: 01/01/1991


  • Curly Sue
    A violent, offensive comedy.
    Release Date: 1/1/1991


  • What About Bob?
    Appealingly silly romp for kids and adults.
    Release Date: 1/1/1991


  • Kindergarten Cop
    The Terminator meets Mother Goose.
    Release Date: 12/22/1990


  • Pretty Woman
    Cinderella meets the Sunset Strip.
    Release Date: 03/23/1990


  • National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
    Silly humor for the holidays; some iffy.
    Release Date: 12/1/1989


  • Look Who's Talking
    Enjoyable first film in the "talking baby" genre.
    Release Date: 10/13/1989


  • Parenthood
    Hilarious and poignant, but not for kids.
    Release Date: 8/2/1989


  • When Harry Met Sally
    Wit- and charm-filled romantic comedy classic.
    Release Date: 6/12/1989


  • See No Evil, Hear No Evil
    Great comedy duo in crass disappointment.
    Release Date: 5/12/1989


  • Major League
    Crowd-pleasing '80s underdog sports comedy.
    Release Date: 04/07/1989


  • Heathers
    After Columbine, this dark comedy isn't as funny.
    Release Date: 3/31/1989


  • Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure
    Silly time-capsule comedy ideal for older tweens.
    Release Date: 02/17/1989


  • Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
    Martin and Caine scam women. Not for young kids.
    Release Date: 12/14/1988


  • The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!
    Bawdy, dumb-humor classic spoofs '80s cop dramas.
    Release Date: 11/1/1988


  • Mystic Pizza
    Charming coming-of-age film infused with romance.
    Release Date: 10/21/1988


  • A Fish Called Wanda
    Crime caper with a wicked edge. Not for kids.
    Release Date: 7/7/1988


  • The Great Outdoors
    Good cast can't help lame Man vs. Nature farce.
    Release Date: 6/17/1988


  • Short Circuit 2
    Fewer explosions and more charm than the first.
    Release Date: 6/6/1988


  • Big
    Wonderful story with some mature material.
    Release Date: 6/3/1988


  • Beetlejuice
    Creepy, dark fun.
    Release Date: 3/30/1988


  • Vice Versa
    Sweet dad-son switcheroo has booze, cursing.
    Release Date: 03/11/1988


  • Hairspray (1988)
    A kitschy teen fantasy you can dance to.
    Release Date: 02/26/1988


  • Working Girl
    Sexed-up '80s corporate tale with stellar cast.
    Release Date: 02/21/1988


  • Big Top Pee-wee
    Uneven, loopy cult favorite.
    Release Date: 1/1/1988


  • Coming to America
    Silly, curse-happy '80s Eddie Murphy vehicle.
    Release Date: 01/01/1988


  • Good Morning, Vietnam
    Robin Williams at his scatalogical finest.
    Release Date: 12/23/1987


  • Broadcast News
    Witty TV newsroom tale for mature comedy fans.
    Release Date: 12/16/1987


  • Three Men and a Baby
    Coasts on the charisma of its three stars.
    Release Date: 11/25/1987


  • Planes, Trains and Automobiles
    A mismatched duo's homeward bound escapades.
    Release Date: 7/20/1987


  • Can't Buy Me Love
    Teen comedy is dated but occasionally funny.
    Release Date: 7/19/1987


  • Adventures in Babysitting
    Sitter's misadventures are mostly light fun.
    Release Date: 07/01/1987


  • Dragnet (1987)
    Lots of naughty behavior, laughs in TV cop spoof.
    Release Date: 06/26/1987


  • Spaceballs
    Goofy parody mocks the Star Wars series.
    Release Date: 6/26/1987


  • Raising Arizona
    A hysterically twisted film. Mature teens only.
    Release Date: 01/01/1987


  • The Golden Child
    Murphy gets mystical in '80s adventure comedy.
    Release Date: 12/12/1986


  • Peggy Sue Got Married
    80s time-warp tale is meaty teen-parent viewing.
    Release Date: 10/10/1986


  • Crocodile Dundee
    Say G'day mate to this iconic Outback comedy.
    Release Date: 09/26/1986


  • Pretty in Pink
    Dated, but still fun for teens.
    Release Date: 06/14/1986


  • Ferris Bueller's Day Off
    Hilarious comedy classic; language makes it PG-13.
    Release Date: 06/11/1986


  • Short Circuit
    Funny, bullet-proof robot might charm older kids.
    Release Date: 05/09/1986


  • The Money Pit
    Hanks is hilarious in classic '80s fix-it comedy.
    Release Date: 03/26/1986


  • Three Amigos!
    Send up of Western films is ok for mature tweens.
    Release Date: 01/01/1986


  • Better Off Dead
    Uneven, occasionally hilarious '80s teen comedy.
    Release Date: 10/11/1985


  • Teen Wolf (1985)
    Cheesy '80s comedy still works thanks to Fox-y star.
    Release Date: 8/23/1985


  • Weird Science
    Guilty-pleasure '80s horny-geek sci-fi sex comedy.
    Release Date: 8/2/1985


  • National Lampoon's European Vacation
    Funny but extremely crass '80s family comedy.
    Release Date: 7/26/1985


  • Fletch
    Chevy Chase at his very funniest. Teens OK.
    Release Date: 05/31/1985


  • The Purple Rose of Cairo
    Whimsical Woody Allen love note to '30s films.
    Release Date: 05/02/1985


  • Girls Just Want to Have Fun
    Dance to the cheesy '80s beat with tweens and up.
    Release Date: 4/24/1985


  • The Sure Thing
    1980s teen-sex comedy that actually has an IQ.
    Release Date: 3/1/1985


  • Beverly Hills Cop
    Classic '80s Murphy vehicle; fun but foulmouthed.
    Release Date: 12/01/1984


  • Splash
    Fishy fairy tale the wrong hook on relationships.
    Release Date: 11/06/1984


  • Curse of the Pink Panther
    One of the weaker entries in the series.
    Release Date: 8/10/1984


  • Ghostbusters
    Paranormal fun for tweens and up; some scares.
    Release Date: 6/8/1984


  • This Is Spinal Tap
    Hilarious, ribald, drug-filled rock send-up.
    Release Date: 4/1/1984


  • Revenge of the Nerds
    Racy college comedy has heart; OK for older teens.
    Release Date: 03/19/1984


  • Sixteen Candles
    Racy, drunken, hilarious '80s high school comedy.
    Release Date: 1/1/1984


  • Terms of Endearment
    Glossy, funny, and packs a real emotional wallop.
    Release Date: 11/20/1983


  • Risky Business
    Sexy Cruise classic still a risky choice for kids.
    Release Date: 08/05/1983


  • National Lampoon's Vacation
    Funny family comedy, but dated and risque.
    Release Date: 7/29/1983


  • Mr. Mom
    Classic '80s comedy with some minor hanky panky.
    Release Date: 7/22/1983


  • Trading Places
    Edgy, bawdy '80s comedy not meant for kids.
    Release Date: 06/08/1983


  • Max Dugan Returns
    Comic, clever, and satisfying fairy tale of redemption.
    Release Date: 3/25/1983


  • Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
    Edgy Python schtick better for older viewers.
    Release Date: 01/01/1983


  • Tootsie
    Touching romantic comedy with a twist.
    Release Date: 12/17/1982


  • Trail of the Pink Panther
    A weak link in the brilliant series.
    Release Date: 7/8/1982


  • Porky's
    Boobs-'n'-booze comedy is a hard "R" for a reason.
    Release Date: 03/19/1982


  • The Looney, Looney, Looney Bugs Bunny Movie
    Violent? Yep. Genius? Maybe. Funny? Definitely!
    Release Date: 4/28/1981


  • The Incredible Shrinking Woman
    Excruciatingly bad Lily Tomlin comedy.
    Release Date: 1/30/1981


  • Popeye (1980)
    An eccentric take on Popeye and friends.
    Release Date: 12/12/1980


  • Caddyshack
    Classic 80s comedy; not for kids.
    Release Date: 7/25/1980


  • Blues Brothers
    A cult classic for adults and older teens.
    Release Date: 07/16/1980


  • Airplane!
    Rapid-fire parody aimed squarely at teen boys.
    Release Date: 7/2/1980


  • Herbie Goes Bananas
    More adventures of the lovable Volkswagen Bug.
    Release Date: 6/17/1980


  • The Jerk
    Steve Martin is a genius of silly in '70s hit.
    Release Date: 12/14/1979


  • Monty Python's Life of Brian
    Sandaled Python pic too irreverent for young kids.
    Release Date: 08/17/1979


  • National Lampoon's Animal House
    John Belushi's raucous toga party for adults only.
    Release Date: 07/28/1978


  • Revenge of the Pink Panther
    Okay, but not the best in the series.
    Release Date: 6/27/1978


  • Annie Hall
    Funny movie about relationships. Not for kids.
    Release Date: 3/7/1977


  • Slap Shot
    Countless profanity penalties in ''70s hockey spoof.
    Release Date: 2/25/1977


  • The Bad News Bears
    Very edgy baseball comedy is funny, poignant.
    Release Date: 7/18/1976


  • The Pink Panther Strikes Again
    The zaniest of the Panther movies.
    Release Date: 6/8/1976


  • The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars and Motor Kings
    Overlooked gem for the whole family.
    Release Date: 01/01/1976


  • The Return of the Pink Panther
    Hilarious Clouseau better in sequel than original.
    Release Date: 6/6/1975


  • Monty Python and the Holy Grail
    Nonstop hilarity for families; some bawdy humor.
    Release Date: 05/11/1975


  • Young Frankenstein
    Brooks' corniness yields plenty of belly laughs.
    Release Date: 12/15/1974


  • Blazing Saddles
    Kids may not get all of Brooks' Old West parody.
    Release Date: 02/07/1974


  • The Heartbreak Kid (1972)
    Discussion-worthy '70s anti-romantic comedy.
    Release Date: 05/13/1972


  • What's Up, Doc?
    A lot of fun for the whole family.
    Release Date: 1/1/1972


  • The Barefoot Executive
    Classic chimp shenanigans are fun for Disney fans.
    Release Date: 3/17/1971


  • Monty Python's And Now for Something Completely Different
    Best of Monty Python sketches in one neat package.
    Release Date: 1/1/1971


  • Harold and Maude
    A classic of dark comedy.
    Release Date: 01/01/1971


  • Horse Feathers
    The Marx Brothers at their wacky best.
    Release Date: 08/19/1932


  • It Happened One Night
    Still one of the best screwball comedies.
    Release Date: 2/22/1934


  • Animal Crackers
    Beloved but creaky 1930 Marx Brothers comedy hit.
    Release Date: 08/29/1930


  • A Night at the Opera
    Marx Brothers masterpiece is still hilarious.
    Release Date: 11/15/1935


  • Monkey Business (1931)
    Marx Bros. classic is zany slapstick done right.
    Release Date: 9/19/1931


  • You Can't Take It with You
    Kid-friendly Capra classic stars a quirky family.
    Release Date: 01/01/1938


  • Ninotchka
    Great, but kids may need historical context.
    Release Date: 1/1/1939


  • Bringing Up Baby
    Classic screwball comedy stars Hepburn, Grant.
    Release Date: 2/18/1938


  • Snow 2: Brain Freeze
    Sweet holiday sequel is as family-friendly as the original.
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  • A Day at the Races
    Marx Bros.' big hit may miss with today's kids.
    Release Date: 06/11/1937


  • Modern Times
    Families will cherish Chaplin's silent slapstick.
    Release Date: 2/5/1936


  • Futurama: Into the Wild Green Yonder
    Tongue-in-cheek humor keeps this sci-fi cartoon popping.
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  • Bring It On: Fight to the Finish
    Nothing new to rah-rah about, but cheer fans will watch it.
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  • Grey Gardens
    Drew Barrymore/HBO biopic with adult themes, alcoholism.
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  • I'll Believe You
    Bland, if sweet, sci-fi comedy.
    Release Date:


  • The Shaggy D.A.
    Dad turns into a dog in this vintage Disney movie.
    Release Date:


  • Idiocracy
    Vulgar satire manages to be both stupid and smart.
    Release Date:


  • Labor Pains
    Lohan is poor role model for teens in unimpressive romcom.
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  • I Love You Again
    1940 Powell and Loy delightful romantic comedy.
    Release Date: 1/1/1940


  • Top Secret!
    Silly spy spoof delivers near-nonstop stream of laughs.
    Release Date:


  • Spring Breakdown
    Raunchy comedy is a waste of time, brain cells.
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  • Garfield's Pet Force
    Iffy messages and guns make this a good one to skip.
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  • Postal
    Over-the-top satire is unfunny, unformed, and unnecessary.
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  • Angels in the Outfield (1951)
    Cute baseball fantasy overshadowed by remake.
    Release Date: 10/19/1951


  • The Great Race
    Perfect family movie is fun from beginning to end.
    Release Date: 07/01/1965


  • Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines
    Top gun of slapstick early-aviation comedies.
    Release Date: 06/16/1965


  • Cat Ballou
    Super Jane Fonda in Wild West. Ride 'em cowgirls!
    Release Date: 1/1/1965


  • A Shot in the Dark
    Funny Pink Panther sequal. Older tweens+.
    Release Date: 6/1/1964


  • The Graduate
    Influential coming-of-age sex comedy.
    Release Date: 01/01/1967


  • Casino Royale (1967)
    Silly 007 spoof tamer than Austin Powers.
    Release Date: 04/13/1967


  • Take the Money and Run
    Generous laughs in satirical early Woody Allen escapade.
    Release Date: 8/18/1969


  • The Love Bug
    Kids will fall in love with this spunky Bug.
    Release Date: 3/13/1969


  • Inspector Clouseau
    Average slapstick in overlooked Pink Panther sequel.
    Release Date: 7/19/1968


  • The Producers (1968)
    Slapstick comedy-musical -- not meant for kids.
    Release Date: 01/01/1968


  • The Pink Panther
    Funny and entertaining after all these years.
    Release Date: 5/12/1964


  • Dr. Strangelove: Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
    Black comedy Kubrick classic for smart teens+.
    Release Date: 1/1/1964


  • The Shaggy Dog (1959)
    A lovable mutt of a classic comedy.
    Release Date: 1/1/1959


  • Houseboat
    Warm romance with Cary Grant and Sophia Loren.
    Release Date: 1/1/1958


  • The Court Jester
    Terrific family fun.
    Release Date: 1/27/1956


  • Kind Hearts and Coronets
    A comedic gem featuring the Sir Alec Guinness.
    Release Date: 6/4/1950


  • Some Like It Hot
    One of the wildest farces ever.
    Release Date: 03/29/1959


  • Pillow Talk
    Hudson and Day's Sex and the City, '50s-style.
    Release Date: 10/07/1959


  • It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World
    It's a long, long, long, long classic comedy chase-epic.
    Release Date: 11/7/1963


  • The Nutty Professor (1963)
    Jerry Lewis' Jekyll-Hyde spoof is dated but great.
    Release Date: 6/4/1963


  • The Parent Trap (1961)
    Hayley Mills rocks in her dual role as twins.
    Release Date: 6/21/1961


  • Ocean's Eleven (1960)
    Chummy caper comedy, mainly for Rat Pack fanciers.
    Release Date: 8/19/1960


  • The Ghost and Mrs. Muir (1947)
    Charming family classic is also thought-provoking.
    Release Date: 6/26/1947


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