The Family McMullen

2025

Action / Comedy / Drama / Romance

13
Rotten Tomatoes Critics - Certified Fresh 82% · 11 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes Audience - Upright 64% · 50 ratings
IMDb Rating 6.0/10 10 1487 1.5K

dysfunctional family sequel family drama irish catholic brother brother relationship playful

Director

Edward Burns Photo
Edward Burns

Top cast

Halston Sage Photo
Halston Sage as Patty
Pico Alexander Photo
Pico Alexander as Tommy
Michael McGlone Photo
Michael McGlone as Patrick
Edward Burns Photo
Edward Burns as Barry
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Movie Reviews

Reviewed by dvs8866-1 7 / 10

A little reunion for the season

Reviewed by roadkillsnacks 5 / 10

Charming but deeply flawed film

Reviewed by TheMovieSearch 5 / 10

It's clever sequel but forgettable

The Family McMullen functions as a direct sequel to the 1980s cult favorite The Brothers McMullen, and at first, it absolutely feels like a film leaning hard on familiarity. The opening moments are undeniably corny, almost too comfortable in their nostalgia, giving the impression that the movie may simply be replaying old beats rather than offering anything new. However, as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the film has more on its mind than simple repetition.The smartest choice the film makes is shifting its focus away from the original characters and toward the next generation. By centering on the now-grown children, the story explores adulthood, marriage, long-term relationships, and the complicated reality of blended families. This generational handoff gives the film a renewed sense of purpose, allowing it to comment on how family dynamics evolve over time rather than remaining frozen in the past. While not groundbreaking, this perspective adds emotional relevance and relatability.Tonally, the film is inconsistent. It moves from overly cheesy humor to genuinely heartfelt moments, occasionally slipping back into predictability. These shifts can feel uneven, and the screenplay doesn't always give its strongest ideas enough room to breathe. Some character arcs feel rushed or underdeveloped, and the script could have benefited from bolder creative risks or tighter structure. Still, the emotional intent behind the writing remains clear, even when the execution falters.The direction is steady and competent, ensuring the film never completely loses momentum. Performances across the cast feel natural, and the chemistry among the family members helps sell the long-standing relationships and history. Much of the humor stems from marital tension, generational misunderstandings, and familiar family frustrations, which land effectively more often than not.Ultimately, The Family McMullen isn't trying to reinvent the wheel. It's a modest, nostalgic continuation that finds strength in its characters and themes rather than its ambition. While imperfect, it grows more engaging as it goes and offers a surprisingly enjoyable experience-especially for fans of the original film.
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