Friends With Kids

3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (395 customer reviews)
Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph and Jon Hamm star alongside Jennifer Westfeldt and Adam Scott in is a daring and hilarious ensemble comedy about a close-knit circle of friends whose lives change once they have kids.
  • Starring: Jennifer Westfeldt, Adam Scott
  • Directed by: Jennifer Westfeldt
  • Runtime: 1 hour 48 minutes
  • Release year: 2012
  • Studio: Lionsgate
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Synopsis: Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph and Jon Hamm star alongside Jennifer Westfeldt and Adam Scott in is a daring and hilarious ensemble comedy about a close-knit circle of friends whose lives change once they have kids.
Starring: Jennifer Westfeldt, Adam Scott
Supporting actors: Jon Hamm, Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Chris O'Dowd, Megan Fox, Ed Burns
Directed by: Jennifer Westfeldt
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Runtime: 1 hour 48 minutes
Captions and Subtitles: Details
Release year: 2012
Studio: Lionsgate
MPAA Rating: Rated R for sexual content and language
ASIN: B008KWYOD4 (Rental) and B008CXVQTG (Purchase)
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Theatrical Release Information
  • US Theatrical Release Date: March 09, 2012
  • MPAA: Rated R for sexual content and language
  • Production Company: Red Granite Pictures, Points West Pictures, Locomotive
  • Filming Locations: New York City, New York, USA

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3.2 out of 5 stars
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3.2 out of 5 stars
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“ I found some of the relationships and characters really weren't well developed. ” trainingterp  |  40 reviewers made a similar statement
“ I thought this movie was funny and had a good love story. ” K. Reeve  |  57 reviewers made a similar statement
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28 of 34 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars A Hollow & Depressing Worldview January 2, 2013
By Nicholas McWhirter
Format:Amazon Instant Video|Amazon Verified Purchase
I really tried to like this movie. It seemed to have the potential to win me over and I thought that in the last 5 minutes it was going to successfully warm my heart. As it turned out, the last 1 minute put such a rotten taste in my mouth that I wish that I could have those entire 108 minutes of my life back.

First off, I must disclaim that I am not a prude. I am a progressive man who understands that we live in modern times and I find validity in all sorts of relationship variants, family structure types, and believe that they all carry currency and have the potential to provide a meaningful, satisfactory life. With all that said, I must admit: this movie really disappointed me.

The entire premise of the film is superficial and the male main character, Jason (Adam Scott), is particularly irritatingly hollow. His world is viewed only through the lens of his sexual conquests. I found it totally uninteresting and certainly not worth the time spent on screen exploring this one-dimensional worldview. Next, the movie does everything in its power to create an awkward tension between Jason and Julie throughout the ENTIRE film, and then we are left to imagine it all working out in the last few moments that this tension magically resolves and they live happily ever after? Great care was taken to paint a realistic picture of parenthood (albeit, quite stereotypical, to be fair), a realistic view of the complexity of long term friendships between couples, and then, in the final moments of the film, we're delivered a COMPLETELY fake and forced resolution. Just when it seems Jason is going to finally "get it" -- that meaningful relationships are not merely about sex and that initial passions eventually morph into long term mutual respect and partnership -- he offers, as a symbol of his commitment to Julie, to "F" the "S" out of her (insert crude language here). In that situation, would anyone actually ever say that? I don't think so.

There are plenty of great films who succeed at being both 'comedy' and 'drama'. However, in my opinion, this film is simply not one of them.
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42 of 53 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Think: When Harry Met Sally (Had a Baby) July 28, 2012
By Lauren
Format:Amazon Instant Video
I never write reviews. But I felt the need to defend this one because it's REALLY REALLY GOOD. Jennifer Westfeldt is wonderful. Adam Scott too. The supporting cast manages to pull off rich, 3-dimensional characters with little screen time because all characters are well-drawn and well-cast.

Think "When Harry Met Sally." There is no fake orgasm scene, but you do drop in and out of these people's lives as they inch closer toward each other and further away. Toward the end, I half expected Billy Crystal to show up and say "I came here tonight because when you realize that you want to spend the rest of your life with someone, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible."

It might not be what people are used to in terms of a "romantic comedy" (or what passes for one today). Instead, it's engaging and true-to-life. I smiled more than I laughed, but I smiled a lot.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars Crap April 17, 2013
By A.J.
Format:DVD
The acting in this movie was bad. Especially Jennifer Westfeldt. So annoying, she was. Worst scene was at the end when he comes back to prove his love for her and tells her to just let him f the s out of her. Who says that? And the fact that she said it back. Horrid.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining
This movie kept my husband and I watching. I found it to be humorous and entertaining. It is one of those movies that you curl up with some hot chocolate and watch.
Published 1 hour ago by Virginia GC
1.0 out of 5 stars Horrible
The ony thing good about this movie was Adam Scott. Horrible writing, horrible acting. Don't waste your time! This same script has been written too many times. Read more
Published 21 hours ago by Amiee
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun Movie
All I can say is Jennifer Westfeldt is amazing. Not only is she the star of the movie, she wrote & directed it, too! Read more
Published 2 days ago by NNR
5.0 out of 5 stars made me smile
friends With Kids is a smart, witty and potty-mouthed confection that uses an intriguing premise as a hook for a familiar tale of soulmates who are blinkered to the deep love that... Read more
Published 2 days ago by Radu Giosan
4.0 out of 5 stars Pleasantly Surprised
To be honest, my fiance chose this movie to watch, so based on the title I wasn't too sure what to expect. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Jizo
3.0 out of 5 stars Good cast – wish it was more funny than drama – overall good.
I wish it were more on the funny side – sometimes it dragged a bit – but, overall I liked it and the cast was great.
Published 3 days ago by Kathleen Levine
2.0 out of 5 stars Yuck
Just not appropriate, all the way around. Stopped watching half way through because of language and crudeness. Save your time!
Published 4 days ago by CvermEulen@nc,rr,com
4.0 out of 5 stars Predictable, but good
Nothing about this movie was particularly earth shattering or new. Of course the plot takes on those old familiar cliches and the Hollywood ending is there for all to see from the... Read more
Published 4 days ago by Sam Edmisten
5.0 out of 5 stars good purchase
excellent movie, would recommend to all my friends, I saw it on cable and had to purchase this movie, its great
Published 6 days ago by Debra Levierge
1.0 out of 5 stars Very disappointing
I had high hopes for this film because of the actors, but what a let down. I have got to agree with others on the crappy ending, had they done it differently it might have swung... Read more
Published 8 days ago by Jon
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