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Daddy's Little Girls

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Monty (Idris Elba), a mechanic, struggles to make ends meet and raise his three young daughters alone. When his drug-dealing ex-wife wins custody of the girls in court, he enlists the help of Julia (Gabrielle Union), a successful attorney, to get the girls back. Romance unexpectedly blooms between the pair, but the couple must come to terms with their very different lives and find a way to keep Monty's family together.

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Daddy's Little Girls boasts fine performances and a poignant message, but is ultimately let down by amateurish filmmaking.

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J. R. Jones Chicago Reader 12/03/2007
Dismissed by critics but embraced by African-American audiences, Tyler Perry now opens his pictures without press previews, but on the basis of this expert melodrama he might want to reconsider. Go to Full Review Melissa Anderson Time Out 03/03/2007
2/6
Love can transcend class lines; in Tyler Perry's universe, it also defies all rules of the legal system -- and logic. Go to Full Review Toddy Burton Austin Chronicle 02/25/2007
3/5
I entered this moviegoing experience ready for a lot of wincing and eye-rolling. But dammit if this movie didn't make me laugh and cry. Go to Full Review Tim Brayton Antagony & Ecstasy 02/01/2012
4/10
Infinitely more captivating for its outrageous ungainliness than a great many more proficient filmmakers have ever been able to manage. Go to Full Review John Beifuss Commercial Appeal (Memphis, TN) 06/29/2007
2.5/4
The cast is likable, and Perry makes good use of the Atlanta locations. Go to Full Review Mark Palermo The Coast (Halifax, Nova Scotia) 03/15/2007
Perry's habit of reducing drama to verbal sermons is the main thing keeping his movies within the realm of daytime TV. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Stephen C @bob25009 May 29 A successful romantic drama movie in 1 hour and 35 minutes. Rated PG-13 for Language, Drug and Sexual Content, Some Violence and Thematic Material!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more Lillian S @Lillian28 08/27/2024 This is my favorite movie in the whole world. It is so relatable. This movie makes me feel that I'm not the only girl in the world raised by a hard-working dad, with a drug abusing mother. This movie fills me with so much joy. See more Anthony A @Aalbury3rd 08/19/2024 *Daddy’s Little Girls* is a solid entry in Tyler Perry’s filmography, offering an engaging story with some fresh themes that set it apart from his usual fare. The film’s focus on a father fighting for custody of his three daughters is a refreshing take, bringing a new perspective to Perry’s typical family drama. The performances are strong, particularly Idris Elba’s portrayal of a dedicated father, and the chemistry between the cast helps to elevate the story. While it doesn’t stray too far from Perry’s familiar themes of love, redemption, and overcoming adversity, it’s executed with sincerity and heart. Overall, *Daddy’s Little Girls* is a good watch, providing a nice blend of drama and inspiration that makes it one of Perry’s more memorable films. See more j F @RT31612624 07/30/2024 This was a feel good movie so of course logic and plot sometimes take a back seat to the story line. Yet, a truly enjoyable movie. See more Mike R @RT34566699 09/20/2022 Amazing how the critics always rip Perry's "Madea" movies, yet the audience almost unanimously love them. Makes you wonder. I personally get so much out of the movies, be it laughter, realistic family dynamics, and great acting. Critical are annoying! See more 06/13/2022 Mas um filme gospel e fofinho de Tyler Perry, estou me apaixonando por suas obras, são obras simples, qualidade técnica mediana, mas sempre passam mensagens lindas e emocionam muito, deixando nosso coração quentinho... Um final conveniente e feliz como deve ser, motivar e encorajar, esse é o objetivo... #Esperança See more Read all reviews
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Tyler Perry

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Gabrielle Union

Julia

Idris Elba

Monty

Louis Gossett Jr.

Willie

Tracee Ellis Ross

Cynthia

Tasha Smith

Jennifer

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Synopsis Monty (Idris Elba), a mechanic, struggles to make ends meet and raise his three young daughters alone. When his drug-dealing ex-wife wins custody of the girls in court, he enlists the help of Julia (Gabrielle Union), a successful attorney, to get the girls back. Romance unexpectedly blooms between the pair, but the couple must come to terms with their very different lives and find a way to keep Monty's family together.
Director
Tyler Perry
Producer
Tyler Perry, Reuben Cannon
Screenwriter
Tyler Perry
Distributor
Lionsgate Films
Production Co
Lionsgate Films, Tyler Perry Company
Rating
PG-13 (Language|Drug and Sexual Content|Some Violence|Thematic Material)
Genre
Romance, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Feb 14, 2007, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 27, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$31.3M
Runtime
1h 35m
Sound Mix
SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby SRD
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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