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universal pictures has released 204 movies that we have reviewed
  • The Fourth Kind
    Realistic alien abduction tale will chill believers only.
    Release Date: 11/6/2009


  • Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant
    Teen vampire flick is scarier, edgier than the book series.
    Release Date: 10/23/2009


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


  • Love Happens
    Dramedy about grief and love likely won't interest kids.
    Release Date: 9/18/2009


  • A Perfect Getaway
    Paradise-set thriller is stylish, slick, and very violent.
    Release Date: 8/7/2009


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


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


  • Land of the Lost
    Ferrell's reboot of '70s show is rife with gross-out laughs.
    Release Date: 6/5/2009


  • Fighting
    Street-fighting saga is stylish but cliched and violent.
    Release Date: 4/24/2009


  • State of Play
    Mature, well-acted thriller mixes violence and politics.
    Release Date: 4/17/2009


  • Fast & Furious
    Better than the last two, but still pretty mindless action.
    Release Date: 4/3/2009


  • The Last House on the Left
    Grim, vengeful horror film well made -- but NOT for kids.
    Release Date: 3/13/2009


  • The Unborn
    Possession tale is low on blood, but high on scares.
    Release Date: 1/9/2009


  • The Tale of Despereaux
    Touching, beautiful tale is an excellent family film.
    Release Date: 12/19/2008


  • Frost/Nixon
    Talky, play-based political drama sheds light on history.
    Release Date: 12/5/2008


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


  • Changeling
    Suspenseful drama is heartbreaking, if overlong.
    Release Date: 10/22/2008


  • The Express
    Inspirational true story tackles race, football.
    Release Date: 10/8/2008


  • Flash of Genius
    Inventor fights for recognition in feel-good film.
    Release Date: 10/3/2008


  • Death Race
    Violent action remake races to a high body count.
    Release Date: 8/21/2008


  • The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor
    Violent action sequel should've stayed buried.
    Release Date: 7/31/2008


  • Wanted
    Explosive action film is extremely violent.
    Release Date: 6/26/2008


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


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


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


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


  • The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything: A VeggieTales Movie
    Like steamed veggies: Good for you, but bland.
    Release Date: 1/11/2008


  • American Gangster
    Violent, drug-fueled drama isn't for kids.
    Release Date: 11/1/2007


  • Elizabeth: The Golden Age
    Talky, arty, intense sequel may not interest kids.
    Release Date: 10/11/2007


  • The Kingdom
    Intense, bloody look at Mid East violence.
    Release Date: 09/27/2007


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


  • Illegal Tender
    Vengeful gangster violence comes to the 'burbs.
    Release Date: 08/24/2007


  • The Bourne Ultimatum
    Bourne comes home, full-speed. Best yet.
    Release Date: 8/2/2007


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


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


  • Dead Silence
    A Nightmare on Dummy St. from Saw creators.
    Release Date: 3/16/2007


  • Breach
    True-life FBI tale mixes drama and thrills.
    Release Date: 02/15/2007


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


  • Smokin' Aces
    Chaotic, violent, and unoriginal. Not for kids.
    Release Date: 01/25/2007


  • Alpha Dog
    Timberlake stars in fact-based drug drama.
    Release Date: 01/11/2007


  • The Good Shepherd
    CIA's birth wreaks havoc on Matt Damon's family.
    Release Date: 12/22/2006


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


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


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


  • The Black Dahlia
    Unsolved Hollywood murder inspires dark '40s noir.
    Release Date: 09/15/2006


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


  • Miami Vice
    Dark, violent update of TV series. Not for kids.
    Release Date: 07/28/2006


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


  • The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift
    Car crashes, drinking, guns. You can do better.
    Release Date: 6/16/2006


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


  • United 93
    Story of 9/11 hijacking: harrowing, not for kids.
    Release Date: 04/28/2006


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


  • Slither
    Gross-out comedy-horror mix isn't for kids.
    Release Date: 03/31/2006


  • Inside Man
    Smart heist movie is not for children.
    Release Date: 03/24/2006


  • Curious George (2006)
    A simple, sweet, sometimes silly monkey tale.
    Release Date: 2/10/2006


  • Nanny McPhee
    Charming adaption of kids' books. Good family fun.
    Release Date: 01/27/2006


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


  • Doom
    Bloody and gory. Not for kids.
    Release Date: 10/21/2005


  • Two for the Money
    Movie about gambling in sports is for adults only.
    Release Date: 10/07/2005


  • Serenity
    A bit clunky, but entertaining sci-fi.
    Release Date: 9/30/2005


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


  • Land of the Dead
    Vintage Romero – bloody, grisly, and not for kids.
    Release Date: 06/24/2005


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


  • Cinderella Man
    Gritty boxing saga not for the faint of heart.
    Release Date: 6/3/2005


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


  • The Interpreter
    This intense thriller is best for older teens.
    Release Date: 4/22/2005


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


  • White Noise
    Dumb would-be thriller -- save your money.
    Release Date: 1/7/2005


  • 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


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


  • Ray
    Excellent portrayal of extraordinary musician.
    Release Date: 10/29/2004


  • Friday Night Lights
    So much more than a football movie.
    Release Date: 10/08/2004


  • Wimbledon
    Works better as a sports movie than a love match.
    Release Date: 9/17/2004


  • Thunderbirds
    Fans of the Spy Kids series will enjoy it.
    Release Date: 7/30/2004


  • The Bourne Supremacy
    A smooth but violent thriller.
    Release Date: 7/23/2004


  • Two Brothers
    Stunningly beautiful, too intense for little kids.
    Release Date: 6/25/2004


  • The Chronicles of Riddick
    Very violent and brainless explosion movie.
    Release Date: 6/11/2004


  • Van Helsing
    This is one vampire movie with bite.
    Release Date: 5/7/2004


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


  • Dawn of the Dead
    Extremely gory horror movie; not for kids.
    Release Date: 3/12/2004


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


  • The Land Before Time
    Baby dinosaur buddy flick that started the series.
    Release Date: 12/30/2003


  • Peter Pan (2003)
    Live-action version keeps its thrill and charm.
    Release Date: 12/25/2003


  • Honey
    Honey is just dumb but teens love it.
    Release Date: 12/05/2003


  • Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat
    Too mature for the kids who are reading the book.
    Release Date: 11/21/2003


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


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


  • Dr. Seuss: Green Eggs and Ham and Other Favorites
    Shoddy animation, but still classic Seuss.
    Release Date: 10/7/2003


  • The Rundown
    Mildly entertaining action movie with The Rock.
    Release Date: 09/26/2003


  • Swimming Pool
    Confusing thriller is absolutely NOT for kids.
    Release Date: 9/20/2003


  • Seabiscuit
    An inspiring story for teens and up.
    Release Date: 07/25/2003


  • 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


  • The Hulk
    The Hulk lacks personality; not a great movie.
    Release Date: 06/20/2003


  • 2 Fast 2 Furious
    Death by sequel. Extremely violent sequel.
    Release Date: 06/06/2003


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


  • Charlotte's Web 2: Wilbur's Great Adventure
    Nothing like the original, but fun on its own.
    Release Date: 3/18/2003


  • The Life of David Gale
    An overripe melodrama--a time waster.
    Release Date: 2/21/2003


  • The Emperor's Club
    Some mature content, but fine for many teens.
    Release Date: 11/21/2002


  • The Truth About Charlie
    A bad remake of a good movie.
    Release Date: 10/25/2002


  • 8 Mile
    Eminem's edgy, graphic quasi-biopic.
    Release Date: 10/8/2002


  • Red Dragon
    Great, but too scary and violent for most teens.
    Release Date: 10/04/2002


  • The Mummy: Quest for the Lost Scrolls
    Animated, but may be too scary for some kids.
    Release Date: 10/1/2002


  • Blue Crush
    Tough yet tender surfer heroine story.
    Release Date: 08/16/2002


  • The Bourne Identity
    Lacking in the way of plot or characters, but fun.
    Release Date: 06/14/2002


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


  • About a Boy
    Grant grows a heart in Hornby-book pic; teens+.
    Release Date: 05/17/2002


  • The Scorpion King
    On the silly popcorn scale, it works pretty well.
    Release Date: 4/19/2002


  • E.T.
    Spielberg's family classic is still one of the best.
    Release Date: 3/22/2002


  • Dragonfly
    Boring, phony and a complete waste of talent.
    Release Date: 02/22/2002


  • Big Fat Liar
    Really likeable family comedy.
    Release Date: 02/08/2002


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


  • A Beautiful Mind
    Oscar-winning biopic is too intense for tweens.
    Release Date: 12/21/2001


  • Spy Game
    A smart thriller for grown-ups.
    Release Date: 11/21/2001


  • K-Pax
    Terrific acting by Kevin Spacey and Jeff Bridges.
    Release Date: 10/26/2001


  • Mulholland Drive
    Fascinating movie for adults only.
    Release Date: 10/12/2001


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


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


  • Jurassic Park III
    It's not art, but it's good scary fun.
    Release Date: 7/17/2001


  • A.I.: Artificial Intelligence
    Provocative movie suitable for teens.
    Release Date: 6/29/2001


  • The Fast and the Furious
    This is a bad, bad movie. Skip it.
    Release Date: 6/22/2001


  • The Mummy Returns
    Very violent, mostly in comic-book terms.
    Release Date: 5/4/2001


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


  • The Caveman's Valentine
    Complex and violent movie -- not for kids.
    Release Date: 2/23/2001


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


  • Shadow of the Vampire
    Vampire satire has some creepy moments.
    Release Date: 1/26/2001


  • Brotherhood of the Wolf
    Werewolf thriller set during French revolution.
    Release Date: 1/1/2001


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


  • How the Grinch Stole Christmas
    Sugarplum of a movie based on Dr. Seuss of course.
    Release Date: 11/17/2000


  • Casper's Haunted Christmas
    A sweet and somewhat sophisticated holiday tale.
    Release Date: 10/31/2000


  • Billy Elliot
    Terrific story of young ballet dancer has strong language.
    Release Date: 10/13/2000


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


  • The Watcher
    Tired plot and disastrous casting.
    Release Date: 9/8/2000


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


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


  • An American Tail: The Mystery of the Night Monster
    A mystery with spunk, courage and heart.
    Release Date: 7/25/2000


  • What Lies Beneath
    Cross between Fatal Attraction, Poltergeist.
    Release Date: 7/21/2000


  • Jaws
    Five-star movie could scare the pants off kids.
    Release Date: 7/1/2000


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


  • Chicken Run
    Fab animation from Wallace and Gromit creator.
    Release Date: 6/23/2000


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


  • Gladiator
    Really excellent but really violent Oscar winner.
    Release Date: 05/05/2000


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


  • U-571
    A very tense and exciting war movie.
    Release Date: 4/21/2000


  • Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet the Wolfman
    A loveable horror story with life lessons.
    Release Date: 4/11/2000


  • Beyond the Mat
    WWF documentary is OK for older teens.
    Release Date: 3/31/2000


  • Erin Brockovich
    Julia Roberts winner. R mostly for language.
    Release Date: 3/17/2000


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


  • Hurricane
    Denzel dazzles in biopic of boxer Rubi.
    Release Date: 1/9/2000


  • Snow Falling on Cedars
    Good movie for adults and older teens.
    Release Date: 1/9/2000


  • Count with Maisy
    An imaginative and fun learning video.
    Release Date: 1/1/2000


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


  • End of Days
    Tired dud of an over-the top violent action movie.
    Release Date: 12/9/1999


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


  • 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


  • The Haunting
    High-tech remake is dumb and overblown.
    Release Date: 7/27/1999


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


  • Patch Adams
    Unforgivably manipulative and shallow.
    Release Date: 6/20/1999


  • Being John Malkovich
    Kids won't get this sex-driven, head-trip comedy.
    Release Date: 06/06/1999


  • The Mummy
    A cut above most action films. Not for children.
    Release Date: 5/7/1999


  • Babe: Pig in the City
    Darker than the original, not for young kids.
    Release Date: 4/28/1999


  • October Sky
    Inspiring tale for older tweens and up.
    Release Date: 2/21/1999


  • One True Thing
    Probably won't appeal to teens.
    Release Date: 1/30/1999


  • Babe
    Heartwarming farm story touching and a bit scary.
    Release Date: 1/5/1999


  • Archie's Weird Mysteries: Archie and the Riverdale Vampires
    Perfunctory but fun cartoon.
    Release Date: 1/1/1999


  • Bride of Chucky
    Grisly, tongue-in-cheek sequel isn't for kids.
    Release Date: 10/16/1998


  • What Dreams May Come
    Worthwhile for thoughtful teens.
    Release Date: 10/15/1998


  • Out of Sight
    Clooney and Lopez sizzle in gun-happy heist flick.
    Release Date: 07/18/1998


  • Balto
    Brave dog saves kids in adequate fact-based film.
    Release Date: 12/22/1995


  • Apollo 13
    Thrilling, heartwarming, scary, and superb.
    Release Date: 6/30/1995


  • Casper
    Haunted house tale not as mild as the cartoons.
    Release Date: 05/26/1995


  • Beethoven's 2nd
    A bland but enjoyable good time.
    Release Date: 4/15/1993


  • Beethoven
    A sloppy but lovable pooch of a movie.
    Release Date: 1/1/1992


  • An American Tail: Fievel Goes West
    The further adventures of immigrant mice.
    Release Date: 6/27/1991


  • Jetsons: The Movie
    Great visuals, lackluster characters and plot.
    Release Date: 7/6/1990


  • Back to the Future Part III
    Trilogy wrap-up is an old West thrill ride.
    Release Date: 1/1/1990


  • Field of Dreams
    Instant baseball classic for whole family.
    Release Date: 1/1/1989


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


  • An American Tail
    Adorable, heartwarming tale of immigrant mouse.
    Release Date: 11/21/1986


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


  • Out of Africa
    An authentic look at 20th-century Colonial Africa.
    Release Date: 2/26/1986


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


  • Mask
    Complex, moving story most appropriate for teens.
    Release Date: 01/01/1985


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


  • The Last Starfighter
    Lighthearted space adventure has a fun '80s feel.
    Release Date: 1/1/1984


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


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


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


  • The Sting
    Smart, stylish caper -- but not for kids.
    Release Date: 12/25/1973


  • American Graffiti
    Coming-of-age classic still a must-see for teens.
    Release Date: 4/11/1973


  • The Bride of Frankenstein
    A riveting, funny, and suspenseful horror classic.
    Release Date: 1/1/1935


  • I Know Where I'm Going
    Love competes against money in 1945.
    Release Date: 1/1/1945


  • The Mummy (1932)
    This vintage classic is more funny than scary.
    Release Date: 12/22/1932


  • The Hunchback of Notre Dame
    This classic silent film will appeal to teens.
    Release Date: 1/1/1923


  • Bring It On: Fight to the Finish
    Nothing new to rah-rah about, but cheer fans will watch it.
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  • Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein
    Classic comedy-horror for older kids and teens.
    Release Date: 1/1/1948


  • Spartacus
    Thrilling epic is too intense for the youngest.
    Release Date: 1/1/1950


  • The Birds
    Classic horror film still gives the chills.
    Release Date: 3/28/1963


  • To Kill a Mockingbird
    Masterpiece with crucial lessons of prejudice.
    Release Date: 7/15/1962


  • Vertigo
    A must-see for any classic movie bug.
    Release Date: 7/15/1958


  • Harvey
    Jimmy Stewart + a 6' rabbit = a family delight.
    Release Date: 10/13/1950


  • The Thrill of It All
    Thrilling comedy will engage older tweens and up.
    Release Date: 07/17/1963


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