Cheaper by the Dozen
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Cheaper by the Dozen

Best from age 7 · PG · 2003 · 98 min

Cheaper by the Dozen

The Baker family, with 12 children, moves to a new city for their father's dream job. While mom is away promoting her book, the kids rebel against their eldest sister, leading to chaos and challenges in balancing careers and family life. It’s a heartwarming look at the struggles and joys of a very large family.

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What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Mild

2/10

Language

Mild

1/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

1/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

1/10

Scary moments

None

0/10

Heads up

  • Some slapstick humor and mild sibling arguments
  • Kids play some pranks
  • Brief discussion of parents kissing
  • Dad uses a mild expletive in frustration

Models well

  • Family unity and support
  • Following your dreams
  • Sibling bonds
  • Parental dedication

Talk about it after

  • Balancing career and family life
  • The challenges of moving to a new place
  • Communicating feelings with family
  • What makes a family strong?
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