Big Daddy (1999)
A slacker adopts a child to win back his girlfriend, learning about fatherhood and growing up along the way.
A lazy law school grad adopts a kid to impress his girlfriend, but everything doesn't go as planned. Now he's forced to grow up while navigating the challenges of fatherhood.
How intense is Big Daddy?
Big Daddy has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is measured, and it is a comfort watch and a family watch. The humor runs broad and wholesome. Rated PG-13.
What Big Daddy feels like
- Tone
- whimsicalfeel goodheartwarmingcrowd pleasing
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- broad and big, wholesome
- Best for
- Comfort watchFamily nightParty
Where to stream Big Daddy
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 14, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Big Daddy for you?
Is Big Daddy scary?
No. Big Daddy is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Big Daddy gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Big Daddy sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Big Daddy OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Big Daddy?
Big Daddy runs 1h 33m.
Where can I stream Big Daddy?
Big Daddy is streaming on Netflix and Starz.
Does Big Daddy have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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