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The In-Laws

2003, Movie, PG-13, 95 mins

IN-LAWS, THE
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Though inspired by the 1979 comedy, screenwriters Nat Mauldin and Ed Solomon wisely opted to take the premise — chaos ensues when two fathers-in-law from completely different walks of life meet — and run with it, rather than attempting a scene-for-scene remake. They jettisoned some of the best-known bits — the neglected dental patient, the evasive-action gag that made "Serpentine, Shelley, serpentine!" a catchphrase and an anecdote involving babies abducted by g... read more leave a comment
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When prospective fathers-in-law Steve Tobias (Michael Douglas) and Jerry Peyser (Albert Brooks) meet for the first time to celebrate their children's upcoming marriage, the cake hits the fan. Dr. Jerome Peyser is a mild-mannered podiatrist with a well-organized daily routine designed to eliminate all possible sources of stress. In his functional (if unfashionable) fanny pack he keeps a sanitary drinking cup in case he needs a sip of water away from home, a couple of Lorna Doones in case his blood sugar slumps a few points between meals, and a personal security alarm - just in case. Meanwhile, daredevil CIA operative Steve Tobias moves through life like a heat-seeking missile. His average day consists of dodging bullets, stealing private jets and negotiating with international arms smugglers. Steve's unpredictable lifestyle has already driven ex-wife Judy (Candice Bergen) to an ashram for some peace and has strained his relationship with son Mark (Ryan Reynolds) - possibly beyond repair
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Daredevil secret agent and irreverent father of the groom Steve Tobias (Michael Douglas) gives conservative podiatrist and father of the bride Jerry Peyser (Albert Brooks) a bad case of pre-nuptial jitters when they finally meet during the celebrations leading up to the wedding of their children.
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The In-Laws movie trailer - starring Albert Brooks, Candice Bergen, Maria Ricossa, Michael Douglas, Robin Tunney, Ryan Reynolds. Directed by Andrew Fleming. Genre: Comedy Rating: PG-13
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Year: 2003
Rated PG-13

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Cast
Michael Douglas: Steve Tobias
Albert Brooks: Jerry Peyser
Robin Tunney: Angela Harris
Lindsay Sloane: Melissa Peyser
Maria Ricossa: Katherine Peyser
Ryan Reynolds: Marc Tobias

 

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