Family-oriented, politically correct and so derivative that there's no comedy left in its sitcom cliches, this wan farce is distinguished only by the fact that it features Eddie Murphy's most relaxed (which is to say least braying) performance in ages. Given that for most of its running time he's surrounded by squealing brats, that's something for which to be profoundly grateful. Best friends Charlie Hinton (Murphy) and Phil (Jeff Garlin), are unceremoniously fired from their high-powered advertising jobs after a disastrous product test involving their current account, a healthy breakfast cereal called "Veggie-Os." Unable to find new jobs, the guys find themselves at...
Released:
2003
Rated:
PG
Length:
93 mins