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Instant Family (2018)

“Just add chaos, laughter, awkwardness, mistakes, love...”

7.5/10 · 3,313 votes 1h 58m pg-13 ComedyDrama

#39 of 328 films from 2018 #264 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Sean Anders · Written by Sean Anders, John Morris

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Overview

When Pete and Ellie decide to start a family, they stumble into the world of foster care adoption. They hope to take in one small child but when they meet three siblings, including a rebellious 15 year old girl, they find themselves speeding from zero to three kids overnight.

Cast

Mark Wahlbergas Pete Wagner
Rose Byrneas Ellie Wagner
Allyn Rachelas Kim
Isabela Mercedas Elizabeth “Lizzy” Viara
Julie Hagertyas Jan
Tig Notaroas Sharon
Octavia Spenceras Karen
Gustavo Escobaras Juan Viara
Margo Martindaleas Sandy Wagner
Julianna Gamizas Lita Viara
Tom Seguraas Russ
Britt Rentschleras Linda
Michael O'Keefeas Jerry
Jody Thompsonas Jim

Facts

Release dateNovember 13, 2018
Runtime118 min (1h 58m) — longer as the 2018 average of 107 min
GenresComedy, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$48,000,000
Box office$121,000,000 (2.5× budget)
IMDbtt7401588

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Questions

How long is Instant Family?
Instant Family runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Is Instant Family worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 3,313 votes, which places it #39 of 328 films released in 2018 in this index (top 88%) and #264 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Instant Family?
Instant Family was directed by Sean Anders. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Spirited (2022), Sex Drive (2008), Daddy's Home (2015).
Who stars in Instant Family?
Mark Wahlberg as Pete Wagner; Rose Byrne as Ellie Wagner; Allyn Rachel as Kim; Isabela Merced as Elizabeth “Lizzy” Viara; Julie Hagerty as Jan; Tig Notaro as Sharon.
What is Instant Family rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Instant Family?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/9663.

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