Monster-in-Law (2005)
A meddling mother-in-law wages darkly-comic war on her son's fiancée with broad, briskly-paced humor.
Office temp Charlotte Cantilini thinks she's found Mr. Right when she starts dating gorgeous surgeon Dr. Kevin Fields. But there's a problem standing in the way of everlasting bliss: Kevin's overbearing and controlling mother, Viola. Fearing she'll lose her son's affections forever, Viola decides to break up the happy couple by becoming the world's worst mother-in-law.
How intense is Monster-in-Law?
Monster-in-Law has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a date-night pick and a comfort watch. The humor runs broad. Rated PG-13.
What Monster-in-Law feels like
- Tone
- campydarkly comiccrowd pleasingwhimsical
- Pace
- Brisk
- Humor
- broad and big
- Best for
- Date nightComfort watchParty
Where to stream Monster-in-Law
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Is Monster-in-Law for you?
Is Monster-in-Law scary?
No. Monster-in-Law is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Monster-in-Law gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Monster-in-Law sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Monster-in-Law 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 Monster-in-Law?
Monster-in-Law runs 1h 41m.
Where can I stream Monster-in-Law?
Monster-in-Law is streaming on Max.
Does Monster-in-Law have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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