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YES DAY (2021)

“For 24 hours, kids make the rules.”

6.7/10 · 1,321 votes 1h 26m pg ComedyFamily

#136 of 248 films from 2021 #1228 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Miguel Arteta · Written by Justin Malen

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Overview

A mom and dad who usually say no decide to say yes to their kids' wildest requests — with a few ground rules — on a whirlwind day of fun and adventure.

Cast

Jennifer Garneras Allison Torres
Edgar Ramírezas Carlos Torres
Jenna Ortegaas Katie Torres
Julian Lerneras Nando Torres
Everly Carganillaas Ellie Torres
H.E.R.as H.E.R.
Nat Faxonas Mr. Deacon
Molly Simsas Hiring Executive
Fortune Feimsteras Jean the Paramedic
Arturo Castroas Officer Jones
Tracie Thomsas Billie / Concert Coordinator
Megan Stottas Layla
Yimmy Yimas Tara
Snowden Greyas Hailey Peterson

Facts

Release dateMarch 11, 2021
Runtime86 min (1h 26m) — shorter as the 2021 average of 110 min
GenresComedy, Family
LanguageEN
IMDbtt8521876

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Questions

How long is YES DAY?
YES DAY runs 86 minutes (1h 26m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is YES DAY worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 1,321 votes, which places it #136 of 248 films released in 2021 in this index (top 46%) and #1228 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed YES DAY?
YES DAY was directed by Miguel Arteta. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Like a Boss (2020), Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day (2014), The Good Girl (2002).
Who stars in YES DAY?
Jennifer Garner as Allison Torres; Edgar Ramírez as Carlos Torres; Jenna Ortega as Katie Torres; Julian Lerner as Nando Torres; Everly Carganilla as Ellie Torres; H.E.R. as H.E.R..
What is YES DAY rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for YES DAY?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/11154.

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