Mrs. Doubtfire (1993)
Robin Williams delivers an unforgettable dual performance in this heartfelt comedy-drama about a devoted father who will go to extraordinary lengths to stay in his children's lives.
Mrs. Doubtfire - Movie Information
- Original Title: Mrs. Doubtfire
- Release Year: 1993
- Directed by: Chris Columbus
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Comedy, Drama, Family
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 2h 5m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): November 24, 1993 (Canada), November 24, 1993 (United States - PG-13), January 29, 1994 (United Kingdom - 12), January 27, 1994 (Germany - 6), February 9, 1994 (France - TP), June 24, 1994 (India), January 28, 1994 (New Zealand), January 24, 1994 (Australia - PG), December 25, 1993 (Brazil), February 25, 1994 (Mexico), February 11, 1994 (Italy), February 4, 1994 (Spain - 7), January 22, 1994 (South Korea - 12)
- Alternative Titles: Sra. Doubtfire, papá de por vida (ES), 道菲尔太太 (CN), Місіс Даутфаєр (UA), Mrs. Doubtfire - Das stachelige Hausmädchen (DE), Mrs. Doubtfire - Otec v sukni (SK), Táta v sukni (CZ), Mme Doubtfire (CA), Papá por siempre (MX)
- Production Companies: 20th Century Fox, Blue Wolf Productions
- Production Countries: United States of America
Mrs. Doubtfire - Plot
Loving but irresponsible dad Daniel Hillard, estranged from his exasperated spouse, is crushed by a court order allowing only weekly visits with his kids. When Daniel learns his ex needs a housekeeper, he gets the job -- disguised as a British nanny. Soon he becomes not only his children's best pal but the kind of parent he should have been from the start.
Mrs. Doubtfire - Trailer
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She makes dinner. She does windows. She reads bedtime stories. She's a blessing... in disguise.
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Mrs. Doubtfire - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Chris Columbus
Main Cast
- Robin Williams
- Sally Field
- Lisa Jakub
- Matthew Lawrence
- Mara Wilson
- Pierce Brosnan
- Robert Prosky
- Anne Haney
- Harvey Fierstein
- Scott Capurro
Writers
- Leslie Dixon
- Randi Mayem Singer
Producers
- Marsha Garces Williams
- Robin Williams
- Mark Radcliffe
- Joan Bradshaw
Mrs. Doubtfire - FAQs
Where can you stream Mrs. Doubtfire online?
Mrs. Doubtfire is available to stream on Netflix and Disney Plus. It can also be watched on fuboTV and FXNow at no extra cost. For those who prefer to own or rent, it is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
Is Mrs. Doubtfire based on a true story?
Mrs. Doubtfire is not based on a true story. It is adapted from the 1987 British novel Alias Madame Doubtfire by Anne Fine. The screenplay was written by Randi Mayem Singer and Leslie Dixon, who translated the book's premise into the beloved 1993 film set in San Francisco.
Who are the main actors in Mrs. Doubtfire?
Robin Williams leads the cast as Daniel Hillard and his alter ego Mrs. Doubtfire, with Sally Field as his ex-wife Miranda. Pierce Brosnan plays her new love interest Stu. The Hillard children are portrayed by Lisa Jakub, Matthew Lawrence, and a young Mara Wilson.
How did Robin Williams create the Mrs. Doubtfire character?
Robin Williams collaborated closely with the makeup team and drew on his legendary improvisational skills to craft Mrs. Doubtfire's distinctive voice and mannerisms. Williams reportedly improvised extensively on set, and the production team shot multiple takes to capture his spontaneous comedic energy within the character's disguise.
What is Mrs. Doubtfire rated and why?
Mrs. Doubtfire is rated PG-13 in the United States. The rating reflects some adult humor, mild language, and thematic elements surrounding divorce and custody disputes that may not be suitable for very young children, though the film remains largely family-friendly in tone and spirit.
When was Mrs. Doubtfire released in theaters?
Mrs. Doubtfire had its theatrical release on November 24, 1993, in the United States and Canada. It subsequently opened in Australia in January 1994, the United Kingdom in late January 1994, and rolled out across Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and other international markets through early 1994.
How long is Mrs. Doubtfire?
Mrs. Doubtfire has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes). Directed by Chris Columbus, the film balances its comedic set pieces with genuinely emotional family drama across that runtime, giving Robin Williams ample space to showcase both his comedic brilliance and dramatic depth.
Did Mrs. Doubtfire win any major awards?
Yes. Mrs. Doubtfire won the Academy Award for Best Makeup in 1994, recognizing the remarkable transformation of Robin Williams into the title character. The film also earned a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy for Robin Williams, cementing its status as a landmark performance.
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