Films about multiple births are a fascinating genre that explores the unique challenges and joys of having twins, triplets, or even more babies at once. These films often delve into the complexities of sibling relationships, the struggles of parenting multiple children, and the extraordinary bond that can develop between siblings who share the same birthday.
Here are some existing films about multiple births:
“The Parent Trap”, 1998
Director: Nancy Meyers
Identical twin sisters, played by Lindsay Lohan, are separated at birth and meet for the first time at summer camp. They devise a plan to switch places and reunite their divorced parents.
Starring: Lindsay Lohan, Dennis Quaid, Natasha Richardson, Elaine Hendrix, Lisa Ann Walter, Simon Kunz, Polly Holliday, Maggie Wheeler, Ronnie Stevens, Joanna Barnes, Hallie Meyers-Shyer, Maggie Emma Thomas, Courtney Woods, Kat Graham, Michael Lohan, Rachel Sullivan, Katie DeShan, Brighton Hertford, Jennifer Lin, Amy Centner, Mia Tramz, Christina Toral, Dana Ponder, Brianne Mercier, Danielle Sherman, Natasha Melnick, Amanda Hampton, Lisa Iverson, Lisa Cloud, Kellie Foster, Heidi Boren, Marissa Leigh, Heather Wayrock, John Atterbury, Hamish McColl, Vendela Kirsebom, Alex Cole, J. Patrick McCormack, William Akey, David Doty, Roshanna Baron, Annie Meyers-Shyer, Brian Fenwick, Jonneine Hellerstein, Troy Christian, Denise Holland, Terry Kerr, Jordan Jay Adams, Chéri Ballinger;
Production year: 1998;
Genre: drama, melodrama, comedy, adventure, family;
MPAA rating: pg;
Duration: 128 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 6,7;
More information about the film “The Parent Trap” on the website imdb.com
“Twins”, 1988
Director: Ivan Reitman
This comedy stars Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito as long-lost twin brothers who reunite as adults and embark on a hilarious and heartwarming journey to discover their true identities.
Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Danny DeVito, Kelly Preston, Chloe Webb, Bonnie Bartlett, Marshall Bell, Trey Wilson, David Caruso, Hugh O'Brian, Tony Jay, Nehemiah Persoff, Maury Chaykin, Tom McCleister, David Efron, Peter Dvorsky, Robert Harper, Rosemary Dunsmore, Lora Milligan, Richard deFaut, Richard Portnow, S.A. Griffin, Billy D. Lucas, Lew Hopson, Frances Bay, Marvin J. McIntyre, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Wayne Grace, Thomas Wagner, Jay Arlen Jones, Ty Granderson Jones, Elizabeth Kaitan, Tom Platz, Roger Callard, Jason Reitman, Catherine Reitman, Dendrie Taylor, Sven-Ole Thorsen, Gus Rethwisch, Linda Porter, Bruce McBroom, Frank Davis, John Michael Bolger, Steve Reevis, Jeff Beck, Terry Bozzio, Tony Hymas, Nicolette Larson, Jill Avery, Dustin Amy;
Production year: 1988;
Genre: comedy, crime;
MPAA rating: pg;
Duration: 107 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 6,2;
More information about the film “Twins” on the website imdb.com
“Three Men and a Baby”, 1987
Director: Leonard Nimoy
Three single men find themselves taking care of a baby girl who was left on their doorstep. As they navigate the challenges of parenthood, they form a bond and learn the true meaning of family.
Starring: Tom Selleck, Steve Guttenberg, Ted Danson, Nancy Travis, Margaret Colin, Alexandra Amini, Francine Beers, Lisa Blair, Michelle Blair, Philip Bosco, Barbara Budd, Michael Burgess, Claire Cellucci, Eugene Clark, Derek de Lint, Michelle Duquet, David Ferry, Dave Foley, Paul Guilfoyle, Cynthia Harris, Earl Hindman, Celeste Holm, Mario Joyner, Gary Howard Klar, Christine Kossak, Joe Lynn, Edward D. Murphy, Jacqueline Murphy, Colin Quinn, Thomas Quinn, Jackie Richardson, John Gould Rubin, Camilla Scott, Daniele Scott, Sharolyn Sparrow, Stevie Vallance, Jonathon Whittaker, Peter Bontje, Christine Cossack, Billy Kay, Ruth Leon Weiman;
Production year: 1987;
Genre: drama, comedy, crime;
MPAA rating: pg;
Duration: 102 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 6,1;
More information about the film “Three Men and a Baby” on the website imdb.com
“It Takes Two”, 1995
Director: Andy Tennant
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen star as identical strangers who meet at summer camp and switch places in an attempt to bring their respective guardians together. This heartwarming comedy explores the power of sisterhood and the importance of family.
Starring: Mary-Kate Olsen, Ashley Olsen, Kirstie Alley, Steve Guttenberg, Philip Bosco, Jane Sibbett, Michelle Grisom, Desmond Robertson, Tiny Mills, Shanelle Henry, Anthony Aiello, LaTonya Borsay, Michelle Lonsdale Smith, Sean Orr, Elizabeth Walsh, Michael Vollans, Paul O'Sullivan, Lawrence Dane, Gerard Parkes, Gina Clayton, Douglas O'Keeffe, Mark Huisman, Marilyn Boyle, Ernie Grunwald, Ellen-Ray Hennessy, Dov Tiefenbach, Annick Obonsawin, Austin Pool, Andre Lorant, Philip Williams, Vito Rezza, Shanya Dejczak, Timothy Klein, Marshall Dancing Elk Lucas, J.D. Walters;
Production year: 1995;
Genre: melodrama, comedy, family;
MPAA rating: pg;
Duration: 101 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 5,9;
More information about the film “It Takes Two” on the website imdb.com
“Cheaper by the Dozen”, 2003
Director: Shawn Levy
Based on a true story, this film follows the chaotic life of the Baker family, which consists of twelve children. As the parents struggle to balance their careers and family life, they learn valuable lessons about love, teamwork, and the importance of cherishing every moment.
Starring: Steve Martin, Bonnie Hunt, Piper Perabo, Tom Welling, Hilary Duff, Kevin Schmidt, Alyson Stoner, Jacob Smith, Liliana Mumy, Morgan York, Forrest Landis, Blake Woodruff, Brent Kinsman, Shane Kinsman, Paula Marshall, Steven Anthony Lawrence, Alan Ruck, Richard Jenkins, Holmes Osborne, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Rex Linn, David Kelsey, Dax Shepard, Elon Gold, Cody Linley, Adam Taylor Gordon, Julie Araskog, Benjamin Fitch, Antonio Vega, David Bowe, Kevin Carey, Ossie Mair, Amy Hill, Ted Rooney, Joel McCrary, Tiffany Dupont, Dylan S. Shults, Regis Philbin, Kelly Ripa, Eileen Brennan, Merris Carden, Wayne Knight, Ashton Kutcher, Jared Padalecki, Gary Pike, D. Danny Warhol;
Production year: 2003;
Genre: comedy, family;
MPAA rating: pg;
Duration: 98 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 5,9;
More information about the film “Cheaper by the Dozen” on the website imdb.com
“Raising Arizona”, 1987
Director: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
This offbeat comedy tells the story of a childless couple, played by Nicolas Cage and Holly Hunter, who decide to kidnap one of the quintuplets born to a wealthy family. As they navigate the challenges of parenthood, they discover the true meaning of family and love.
Starring: Nicolas Cage, Holly Hunter, Trey Wilson, John Goodman, William Forsythe, Sam McMurray, Frances McDormand, Randall «Tex» Cobb, T.J. Kuhn, Lynne Kitei, Peter Benedek, Charles «Lew» Smith, Warren Keith, Henry Kendrick, Sidney Dawson, Richard Blake, Troy Nabors, Mary Seibel, John O'Donnal, Keith Jandacek, Warren Forsythe, Ruben Young, Dennis Sullivan, Richard Alexander, Rusty Lee, James Yeater, Bill Andres, Carver Barns, Margaret H. McCormack, Bill Rocz, Mary F. Glenn, Jeremy Babendure, Bill Dobbins, Ralph Norton, Henry Tank, Frank Outlaw, Todd Michael Bogers, M. Emmet Walsh, Robert Gray, Katie Thrasher, Derek Russell, Nicole Russell, Zachary Sanders, Noell Sanders, Cody Ranger, Jeremy Arendt, Ashley Hammon, Crystal Hiller, Olivia Hughes, Emily Malin;
Production year: 1987;
Genre: comedy, crime, adventure;
MPAA rating: pg13;
Duration: 94 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,3;
More information about the film “Raising Arizona” on the website imdb.com
“The Identical”, 2014
Director: Dustin Marcellino
This musical drama follows the journey of twin brothers who are separated at birth. One becomes a famous rock 'n' roll star, while the other struggles to find his own identity. The film explores themes of destiny, family, and the power of music.
Starring: Blake Rayne, Ray Liotta, Ashley Judd, Seth Green, Joe Pantoliano, Erin Cottrell, Brian Geraghty, Amanda Crew, Waylon Payne, Danny Woodburn, Chris Mulkey, Noah Urrea, Gary Beaty, Caylin Cervetti, Ken Dodge, Joanne Goldstein, Michael Johnson, Brad Jones, William McKinney, Leslie Mills, Ian Mitchell, Brad Naylor, John Newberg, Chris Finley, Cole Schaefer, Chris Scruggs, Lisa Seals, Kevin L. Shell, Jacqueline Steele, J. Karen Thomas, Jeremy S. Walker, James Wallace, Michael Joiner, James Carslake, Criss Cheatham, Raquel Payne, Terra Strong, Brandon Johnson, Wesley Bowling, Joe Combs, Tabitha Speight, Monica McCain, Cicely Kelley, Jasmine Harper, Colby Dee Coskery, Larry Strickland;
Production year: 2014;
Genre: drama, music;
MPAA rating: pg;
Duration: 107 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 5,3;
These films about multiple births offer a variety of perspectives and themes, from heartwarming comedies to thought-provoking dramas. Whether you're interested in exploring the dynamics of sibling relationships or the challenges of parenting multiples, these films provide an entertaining and insightful look into the world of multiple births.
In conclusion, films that explore the theme of multiple births offer a captivating lens through which to examine the complexities of family dynamics, identity, and the profound impact of life’s unexpected turns. From the heartwarming to the heart-wrenching, these narratives challenge societal norms and delve into the emotional rollercoasters that come with raising multiples. Whether highlighting the joys of sibling bonds or the struggles of overwhelming responsibilities, these films resonate with audiences by portraying the rich tapestry of human experience, ultimately reminding us of the resilience of love and family in the face of extraordinary circumstances.
