Ok, I'll make this very straightforward. This is the ideal film if you are a parent looking to spend a nice evening with your kids. The story is simple, easy to follow, somewhat funny at times and very charming for young audiences. I cannot stress enough how this is a movie meant to watch with kids and is unlikely to be satisfying for teens and adults. Overall, this is an "okay" movie and you should not watch this film expecting anything extraordinary.
249 Reviews
A feel good time passer family film
Vetrrich_Chelvan12 March 2021
Cute, Fun, Family Movie
madison-singfiel13 March 2021
Warning: Spoilers
I have never heard of or read the book but I enjoyed the movie adaptation. Jennifer Garner is always a joy to watch, often playing delightful and endearing characters. It was fun too to see some new faces in the dad and children and after a long day it was nice to sit down to a sweet, fun family movie.
Of the plot, I liked that even though the premise is 24 hours of yes, by the end of the move the kids have realized that boundaries are important and parents aren't always trying to be fun suckers. It was cool too that the parents even learned something through the experience; the dad learning the importance of supporting and partnering with his wife in the "bad" moments and the mom learning to choose into peace when she feels tempted to worry or try and control the situation.
All in all it was a good movie. It's not on the same tier as some of my favorites, but I definitely enjoyed watching and would recommend it to anyone else needing a small dose of wholesome, joyful, fun.
Of the plot, I liked that even though the premise is 24 hours of yes, by the end of the move the kids have realized that boundaries are important and parents aren't always trying to be fun suckers. It was cool too that the parents even learned something through the experience; the dad learning the importance of supporting and partnering with his wife in the "bad" moments and the mom learning to choose into peace when she feels tempted to worry or try and control the situation.
All in all it was a good movie. It's not on the same tier as some of my favorites, but I definitely enjoyed watching and would recommend it to anyone else needing a small dose of wholesome, joyful, fun.
Not for adults
sinefilcinephile12 March 2021
unrealistic but made me smile
novagirl1112 May 2021
I had lots of laughs
vad198943 April 2021
It's a movie for kids. And even though I'm not a kid, I still found it funny and the amicable ending makes it such a blast to watch when you're bored. Don't be too critical. Just relax and enjoy and you'll have a few laughs.
No day
MB-reviewer18513 March 2021
The reason I didn't rate it lower was because I can see other people liking this.
But I know this isn't the movie for me
The kids were annoying, bratty demons and the first like 20 seconds was hard to watch, I was more on the mom and dad's side mostly through it.
But I know this isn't the movie for me
The kids were annoying, bratty demons and the first like 20 seconds was hard to watch, I was more on the mom and dad's side mostly through it.
Family-friendly entertaining movie
mrs-vivar4 April 2021
Very entertaining, sweet family friendly movie. Good message! I gave it a 7 because I don't agree with the low grade it has. It is a movie that achieves what it sets out to do: let you and your kids have a nice movie night!!
This hurt my soul
carltonblue0912 March 2021
I watched this without kids present, which was my first mistake of many with this film. A first issue I had was that the opening scenes give away the whole story (cool woman gets boring when she has kids, then realises she has to be cool again to win their respect back). Let's be honest, the parents are terrible characters and let their kids get away with downright dangerous activities. Even on the 'Yes Day', the kids do their best to hurt everyone involved. Script and acting felt forced throughout, I won't be recommending this to anyone.
It's a dumb kids movie, and it's great.
jrichar8-393-86592214 March 2021
I'm laughing at everybody upset about the contrived plot and dumb jokes. It's a family movie, intended to be silly, not something competing for a Palme d'Ore. Maybe if you're watching a Netflix movie where the premise is parents have to say yes to everything their preteen kids want to do you should dial back your expectations about the plot? Did you watch Kindergarten Cop and get upset that Ahnold didn't have a teaching certificate? It's stupid, it's fun, get together with your kids and enjoy it.
I found it hilarious. Love Jennifer Garner
lisafordeay12 March 2021
Warning: Spoilers
Yes Day is a 2021 family comedy starring Jennifer Garner,Jenna Ortega and Edgar Ramirez. From the director of Alexander and The Horrible, Terrible,No Good Very Bad Day the story is about the Torres family who have to say yes to everything for 24 hours. With some hilarious consequences will it last?.
What drew me to this film was Jennifer Garner as I watch anything with her in it. I've always loved her spunky childlike personality and she comes across as a very down to earth woman. 13 Going On 30 is probably my favourite movie off her resume. If you loved Yes Man(the one with Jim Carrey and Zooey Deschanel) or even Alexander And The No Good Very Bad Day then you will like this movie. It also marks Jennifer Garner's Netflix debut. Did I forget to mention that she actually sings in this film near the end of the film. Singer H.E.R makes a cameo.
Will definitely watch it again.
What drew me to this film was Jennifer Garner as I watch anything with her in it. I've always loved her spunky childlike personality and she comes across as a very down to earth woman. 13 Going On 30 is probably my favourite movie off her resume. If you loved Yes Man(the one with Jim Carrey and Zooey Deschanel) or even Alexander And The No Good Very Bad Day then you will like this movie. It also marks Jennifer Garner's Netflix debut. Did I forget to mention that she actually sings in this film near the end of the film. Singer H.E.R makes a cameo.
Will definitely watch it again.
forced family fun
SnoopyStyle18 March 2021
Free spirit Allison (Jennifer Garner) marries soulmate Carlos Torres (Edgar Ramírez) and they have three kids. Somewhere along the way, she becomes an over-protective mom. Her kids are not happy with her controlling ways. The school counsellor suggests giving the kids a Yes Day, a day when Allison says yes to her kids' every wish... within reason.
It's not the worst premise in the world especially for a family film. Garner can do the hyper mommy type. She's also trying to tap into 13 Going on 30 but it's a bit more forced when it's 15 Going on 50. Now, most of this movie is random forced fun and that's not that much fun. It's definitely juvenile and I guess that's the point. The movie finally gets somewhere with the parents in jail. The last act is more compelling but that's not saying much. It's a safe evening for the family to watch together and that's worth something.
It's not the worst premise in the world especially for a family film. Garner can do the hyper mommy type. She's also trying to tap into 13 Going on 30 but it's a bit more forced when it's 15 Going on 50. Now, most of this movie is random forced fun and that's not that much fun. It's definitely juvenile and I guess that's the point. The movie finally gets somewhere with the parents in jail. The last act is more compelling but that's not saying much. It's a safe evening for the family to watch together and that's worth something.
Boring
scorpiogemini24 March 2021
Garners and Ramirez talents are really wasted on this movie. Spoiled bratt kids whom have every comfort in life plus unconditional love of their parents, but yet, its not enough. I had to stop watching after half the movie because I could not stop thinking about less fortunate children who would do anything to have half of what these kids have.
I wish it atleast was fun to watch like the movie "Alexander and the no good very bad day", but this one was plain boring from start to end.
I wish it atleast was fun to watch like the movie "Alexander and the no good very bad day", but this one was plain boring from start to end.
It was kind of nice.
MuviFan7313 March 2021
Had my hopes really up & I was looking forward to it as it came from a real writer. The thing is its whats the word nice would describe.
Targeting mother by her kids and turning it into a yes day story for me was not at all cool. Yes, yes day is a real thing. Googled it!
Most of the fun events fail to connect with the audience. One of the obvious exceptions, the part containing the nerd nature.
Targeting mother by her kids and turning it into a yes day story for me was not at all cool. Yes, yes day is a real thing. Googled it!
Most of the fun events fail to connect with the audience. One of the obvious exceptions, the part containing the nerd nature.
some 1 review users, rated 1....
stermix50114 March 2021
...and without reasoning entitled it "Quite possibly the worst movie I've ever seen".
Everybody knows what is the target audience of any movie. So if you watched a family movie while what you wanted was a horror one, then don't blame the movie. And if you blame it, explain why. Unless you are a morron watching whatever the streaming platform brings you without choosing, which is also impossible, because platform's A.I. wouldn't be so silly to propose something you wouldn't like. So, anyone giving this 1 star have something wrong.
To the movie now, it's a cute family movie, some family issues, some family jokes (without the gross ones seen in Vacation movies), and some white thread plot. Nothing new, nothing bad either. I personnaly found it fine
To the movie now, it's a cute family movie, some family issues, some family jokes (without the gross ones seen in Vacation movies), and some white thread plot. Nothing new, nothing bad either. I personnaly found it fine
A sign of the times
XTheXXTruthX13 March 2021
This is an indication of family 'comedies' for years to come, the end result of a movie that has been passed through every filter possible to ensure it cannot possibly offend anyone, of any persuasion, anywhere. Which is obviously now the priority over (god forbid) making something entertaining.
What a wonderful world.
What a wonderful world.
Really cute but ok movie
biancazullo15 March 2021
Is vandalism your idea of rollicking good fun?
jrinvest18 March 2021
Call this one a fail on just about every level. There is ZERO chemistry between the two parents, the kids are continually annoying and stupid, and many of the so-called plot elements make no sense whatsoever.
It's obvious that no one involved with this mess ever watched and paid attention to classic children's comedies such as the Our Gang (Little Rascals) series, or even the Three Stooges.
Should be in film classes as an example of what NOT to do when making a "family comedy."
It's obvious that no one involved with this mess ever watched and paid attention to classic children's comedies such as the Our Gang (Little Rascals) series, or even the Three Stooges.
Should be in film classes as an example of what NOT to do when making a "family comedy."
Go into this knowing it's meant for kids...
LiveLoveLead21 March 2021
This is a silly, cheesy, predictable, family-friendly film... When parents who have forgotten how to let loose and enjoy life decide to give their frustrated kids a "Yes Day"...well you can imagine the crazy that ensues. Jennifer Garner is fun and energetic. Edgar Ramírez is sweet. The acting/script goes a smidge overboard and manic at times, and the kids are a bit ornery, but that's the point. The Yes Day events planned by the kids are pretty tame for the most part. There are some morals taught, that could have presented a bit better for sure... but if you want something corny and fun for the family (mostly 10-years and younger) to enjoy, grab some popcorn, build a fort, or pitch a tent in the living room and enjoy. As an empty nester, it was still enjoyable enough, IMHO!
If you like this also check out:
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day (2014)
Bedtime Stories (2008)
Dumb
Before202018 March 2021
How dumb and annoying can movies get? I feel my brain cells dying every time I watch movies, especially on Netflix. Lots of screaming and ridiculous scenes, stuff that nobody would actually do... At least I hope not, in today's world we never know.
It's a FAMILY MOVIE!
ejarvis-9067813 March 2021
I'm seeing a lot of hate from people who watched it without kids. YOU'RE NOT THE DEMOGRAPHIC! Just for that reason you should keep your thoughts and rating to yourself.
I watched this with my wife and 4 kids and we all really enjoyed it. There was something for everyone to relate to and everyone liked it, from my 2 year old to my 10 year old. While the plot may seem a little predictable from watching hundreds of films like this growing up, it's new for the kids. We all laughed and I may have even shed a test or two.
If you are watching this with your kids, you'll love it. If you don't have kids, or they're grown, don't bother.
I watched this with my wife and 4 kids and we all really enjoyed it. There was something for everyone to relate to and everyone liked it, from my 2 year old to my 10 year old. While the plot may seem a little predictable from watching hundreds of films like this growing up, it's new for the kids. We all laughed and I may have even shed a test or two.
If you are watching this with your kids, you'll love it. If you don't have kids, or they're grown, don't bother.
Super Cute
mitchelldahlstrom21 March 2021
No Day
lu-5052721 April 2021
Warning: Spoilers
If they were my kids, I would run away from home! What compels me to write this is the pushover dad says 'No' at the end, it was so passive and uneventful. But they delved into it, and he explained to his son sometimes a Dad gotta put his foot down! Whaaaat? Where was the outraged discussion about consequences and trust, and destroying a house? Nothing, just grounding a child who is 10 and has nowhere to go except school. Dumbfoundingly impotent.
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