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The Parent Trap (1998)

โ€œTwice the Fun, Double the Trouble.โ€

7.2/10 ยท 4,661 votes 2h 8m pg ComedyRomanceFamily

#30 of 123 films from 1998 #567 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Nancy Meyers ยท Written by Nancy Meyers, Erich Kรคstner, David Swift, Charles Shyer

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Overview

Hallie Parker and Annie James are identical twins who were separated at a young age due to their parents' divorce. Unbeknownst to their parents, the girls are sent to the same summer camp, where they meet, discover the truth about their relationship, and come up with a plan to switch places in an effort to reunite their mother and father.

Cast

Lindsay Lohanas Hallie Parker / Annie James
Dennis Quaidas Nick Parker
Natasha Richardsonas Elizabeth James
Elaine Hendrixas Meredith Blake
Lisa Ann Walteras Chessy
Simon Kunzas Martin
Ronnie Stevensas Grandfather
Michael Lohan Jr.as Lost Boy at Camp
Kat Grahamas Jackie
Lisa Cloudas Camp Counselor
Maggie Emma Thomasas Zoe
Polly Hollidayas Marva Kulp, Sr.
Maggie Wheeleras Marva Kulp, Jr.
Joanna Barnesas Vicki Blake

Facts

Release dateJuly 28, 1998
Runtime128 min (2h 8m) โ€” longer as the 1998 average of 109 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$15,000,000
Box office$92,108,518 (6.1ร— budget)
IMDbtt0120783

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Questions

How long is The Parent Trap?
The Parent Trap runs 128 minutes (2h 8m).
Is The Parent Trap worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.2/10 across 4,661 votes, which places it #30 of 123 films released in 1998 in this index (top 76%) and #567 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Parent Trap?
The Parent Trap was directed by Nancy Meyers. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Intern (2015), The Holiday (2006), Something's Gotta Give (2003).
Who stars in The Parent Trap?
Lindsay Lohan as Hallie Parker / Annie James; Dennis Quaid as Nick Parker; Natasha Richardson as Elizabeth James; Elaine Hendrix as Meredith Blake; Lisa Ann Walter as Chessy; Simon Kunz as Martin.
What is The Parent Trap rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Parent Trap?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/8715.

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