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The Parent Trap

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87% Tomatometer 52 Reviews 70% Popcornmeter 250,000+ Ratings
Twins Annie and Hallie are strangers until happenstance unites them. The preteen girls' divorced parents, Nick and Elizabeth are living on opposite sides of the Atlantic, each with one child. After meeting at camp, American Hallie and British-raised Annie engineer an identity swap, giving both the chance to spend time with the parent they've missed. If the scheme works, it might just make the family whole again.
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Critics Consensus

Writer-director Nancy Meyers takes the winning formula of the 1961 original and gives it an amiable modern spin, while young star Lindsay Lohan shines in her breakout role.

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Lisa Alspector Chicago Reader 05/27/2011
This 1998 romantic comedy mostly bores with its cumbersome exposition and close-ups of trivial objects scattered throughout lackluster montage sequences. Go to Full Review Nell Minow Common Sense Media 09/07/2010
4/5
Delightful remake is great for the whole family. Go to Full Review Joe Leydon Variety 07/06/2010
New pic is slick, sentimental and exceptionally well cast, with enough cross-generational appeal to suggest strong commercial potential. Go to Full Review Aaron Charles InSession Film 05/09/2024
In the end, this is a movie about family, love, loss and reunion. Go to Full Review Danielle Solzman Solzy at the Movies 08/21/2023
4/5
Twenty-five years later, The Parent Trap still offers its audience a good time. Go to Full Review Emma Clark-Dow The Post NZ 06/20/2023
Although The Parent Trap is very much a children's film, the sweetness of the story about trying to bring a broken family together holds strong and is still an excellent watch. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Theo J @RT44151379 4h Wonderful movie. It was quite a joy watching the twins getting along mostly. Just maybe a couple of disagreements but overall great movie. Wish there was a sequel See more Hudson R @RT11513478 3d A movie I watched countless times as a kid and really loved! See more Karson K @Karsonkulas 3d Classic 90s movie. Check out. Holds up pretty well. See more Nupur S @NupurSaudagar 3d Really enjoyed The Parent Trap. It is a fun and feel-good movie with plenty of humor, heartwarming moments and lovable characters. The story is simple but entertaining and the family dynamics make it easy to stay invested. A classic comfort watch that still holds up well. See more Dee S @D33ox 5d The movie "The Parent Trap" is a wonderful film to watch as a family because it combines humor, heart, and a timeless story of sibling bonding. This updated version brings a fresh and modern twist to the classic tale, making it relatable for today’s audience while still capturing the charm of the original. The story of twin sisters separated at birth who discover each other at summer camp and hatch a plan to reunite their parents is both entertaining and heartwarming. It’s perfect for all ages, offering plenty of laughs and touching moments that highlight the importance of family. This remake keeps the spirit of the old film alive while adding contemporary elements that make it feel up-to-date and engaging for a new generation. It’s a great pick for a family movie night! See more Umutoni G @RT01569678 May 29 this movie is really amazing how kid finally help their parent to reconciliate. even the meeting of this twin kids was really surprising. it is very emotional and educating movie. See more Read all reviews
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Nancy Meyers

Director

Lindsay Lohan

Hallie Parker

Dennis Quaid

Nicholas "Nick" Parker

Natasha Richardson

Elizabeth "Liz" James

Elaine Hendrix

Meredith Blake

Lisa Ann Walter

Chessy

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Synopsis Twins Annie and Hallie are strangers until happenstance unites them. The preteen girls' divorced parents, Nick and Elizabeth are living on opposite sides of the Atlantic, each with one child. After meeting at camp, American Hallie and British-raised Annie engineer an identity swap, giving both the chance to spend time with the parent they've missed. If the scheme works, it might just make the family whole again.
Director
Nancy Meyers
Producer
Charles Shyer
Screenwriter
Nancy Meyers, Erich Kästner, David Swift, Charles Shyer
Distributor
Buena Vista Pictures
Production Co
Walt Disney Pictures
Rating
PG
Genre
Kids & Family, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 20, 1998, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA)
$66.3M
Runtime
2h 7m
Sound Mix
SDDS, DTS, Surround, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
35mm, Flat (1.85:1)