The Pacifier

  • 2005


MOVIE IS predictable enjoyable domestic amusing
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49 %
20 % Rotten
$ 198 Million
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Positive Reviews 26
Negative reviews 41
Average Rating 2.0/5
predictable enjoyable domestic amusing

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0.5
At one point, Diesel literally wades into a rancid sewer and emerges covered in feces, an image that sadly doubles as a metaphor for his career. Av Club
3.0
You havent experienced a disgruntled lunks bad timing until youve seen a slice of baloney drop onto Vin, who, after a pause of about three hours, croa .. EW
2.5
All very nice, sometimes we smile, but theres nothing compelling. Rogerebert
1.0
The Pacifier might manage to qualify as mindlessly enjoyable pap if it was not so insincere, littered with gross out jokes, and, with a tin ear for it .. Common Sense Media
1.5
Perhaps in some parallel universe this movie could be an edgier satire of how families live and how children are educated, and the intrigue plot could .. Austin Chronicle
1.3
Before parodying your action superstar image, dont you first have to be an action superstar
1.0
With no real comedy to enjoy, its torture to watch Diesel undergo a predictable change from emotionless soldier to loving family man.Makes you want to ..
3.0
And whileDiesel doesnt share Arnies natural comic touch profitably exploited in theTerminators own child minding romp, Kindergarten Cop he does displa .. Screen Daily
1.0
I suppose there is some pleasure to be had in watching Diesel make trips to Costco and train Fireflies in kung fu.There may be some pleasure to be had ..
3.0
Disneys new family flick is chipper and occasionally clever as it sends up the high tech know how required by 21st century parents. The New York Times
1.0
Children under the age of 12 and teenagers who never set foot in a library might get some cheap thrills out of this refuse. E Film Critic
1.5
Yet Diesel works fine in The Pacifier, because hes a good sport, allowing himself to look as awkward or cuddly as the movie dictates. San Francisco Chronicle
1.5
Ducks are really funny animals, second only to monkeys in making funny movies even funnier.The Pacifier just doesnt work. Cinema Blend
1.0
Frankly, to call The Pacifier a cookie cutter movie is an insult to the folks who actually make cookie cutters. JoBlo
2.0
Harmless, though mediocre, live action family fare...likely to strike even the small fry as covering awfully familiar territory. One Guys Opinion
1.9
Those hoping for a few feeble laughs are likely to be disappointed. ReelViews
2.0
The easily entertained may be mollified by this unimaginative variation on KINDERGARTEN COP (1990), but anyone expecting more than formulaic pabulum w .. Tv Guide
2.5
Disney Whatever you want to call it, Disneys The Pacifier is low on Diesel fuel, though probably amusing enough if youre part of the intended demograp .. Usa Today
3.1
...perfect for less discriminating viewers, and those who just want a 98 minute respite from using their brain. Reel Film Reviews
2.0
The subject of how two men can be so funny as improvisational actors yet so lousy as screenwriters is worthy of an essay.Maybe another time. Eric Ds Nider
1.0
The whole cast is wastedeven the wonderful Carol Kane and the reliable Brad Garrett. News Review
3.0
Its not particularly clever or original, but its lively and energetic and sometimes just a little inspired. Shadows On The Wall
1.5
As new kids movie star Ice Cube takes over Vin Diesels XXX role, the once promising star of the Riddick franchise here descends into a horrific holdin .. Pop Matters
3.0
In short, The Pacifier is an average, predictable comedy thriller that remains watchable thanks to above average performances and a smattering of dece .. View London
3.0
Broadly played but at times quite funny, The Pacifier is best when it avoids its high concept plotting to concentrate on domestic slapstick. Film Journal International ..
1.9
Essentially the same move Schwarzenegger made with his supposedly family friendly comedy Kindergarten Cop, only The Pacifier is even dumber and consid .. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
2.5
Why did they think Vin Diesel, a guy with the emotive power of a rock, could do comedy Internet Reviews
1.9
The movie plays like it was cobbled together from sheetrock and carpet tacks, this makes The Pacifier just worth your childrens time, and hardly worth .. Boston
3.0
Having proved an action stud in hits such as xXx, Pitch Black and The Fast and the Furious, Vin Diesel tries charming his way into the family demograp .. Smh
3.1
This moderately amusing family comedy is one of those movies that is better if you dont think about it. Star Tribune
1.5
Yet, Im drawn, caught in my own little moth/flame dynamic I cant help myself.
3.1
They thought they were saving for their kids education but were shocked to learn their money was gone The new owner of RESP dealer Heritage Education .. Toronto Star
4.0
Its a little corny for adults and isnt getting the best of reviews, but kids 5 12 will probably find it enjoyable.I like Vin Diesel, but I hope hes do .. Reel Talk Reviews
2.0
Its just all very derivative never mustering up any effort to provide us with these human characters and real people but it reliant on gags and rather .. Cinema Crazed
1.0
But while Schwarzenegger managed to raise laughs contradicting his macho persona in films like Kindergarten Cop, xXx star Diesel shows little aptitude .. Empire
2.0
Diesel is a likeable hero and the films main appeal is watching this he man fall down over mundane situations which most of us are familiar with.
1.0
Theres something tragic about watching big Vin, the best of the movie muscle divas by a long stretch, abasing himself in this excremental excuse for a .. Bbc
1.3
The art may not be as detailed and the animation may be more ragged than more recent Studio Ghibli efforts, but as a visual spectacle Nausicaa easily .. Mr Brown Movies
1.3
A premise oft trodden, to be sure, and director Shankman knows no bounds when it comes to broadly over scoring mushy moments with even mushier music c .. The Movie Boy
3.0
The Curse of La Llorona cast members Raymond Cruz, Patricia Velasquez and Linda Cardellini, along with director Michael Chaves, share some personal La .. Calendar Live
3.1
But for the most part the getting to know each other set up is enjoyable. Hollywood
2.0
The tinny dialogue of the clumsy screenplay stumbles over the simplest moments of exposition and revelation and Adam Shankmans anonymous direction is .. Seattle Pi
3.5
Against all odds, this is a delightful, involving comedy with a little suspense and action thrown in. Tony Medley
1.0
The gags here really make you gag.This lame premise of a super macho military guy thrown into domestic chaos in the suburbs is not only predictable, i .. Cnn
3.0
Its nothing spectacular, but at least its a decent film to watch with the kids. 7M Pictures
0.6
Look, the real wonder of WW84 is that this maybe isnt the worst thing about it. Film Freak Central
2.5
Neither Diesel nor the kids ever really get the best of each other but each gets in enough good licks to fill a mostly lull free 90 minutes. Boxoffice Magazine
3.0
The Pacifier provides passable, albeit predictable, family fare sure to please the kids without forcing their adult counterparts to whine like babies. E Online
3.1
Hokey, the film aims to entertain the young, not to impress the old with gritty real drama. Ross Anthony
1.3
Diesel is clunky and doesnt have enough urgency to make the action enjoyable. Waffle Movies
1.5
You will be able to save yourself from getting disappointed of watching nothing but a lame movie. Window To The Movies
1.5
I realize Walt Disney Pictures markets for the family, but is necessary to dumb down the story this much Bowling Green Daily News
3.0
A comic train wreck consisting of limp dialogue, predictable plot twists and elaborate sight gags that fall flat. Guide Live
3.0
Since Shankman cant quite master comedy, maybe he and his leading man would both be better served if they teamed for a straight up action thriller som .. Flip Side Archive
1.3
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2.5
The Pacifier is typically Disney: non offensive to the point of banality. Movie Metropolis
1.5
resolutely sunny and smiley faced... Next to this, The Brady Bunch looks like Long Days Journey into Night. James Sanford on Film
1.5
The Pacifier cute and cuddly, mind numbing, cotton candy guaranteed to pacify everyone in the family.
2.5
The Pacifier is what you would politely call product. It is manufactured according to a specific formula one that is familiar, comforting, and non thr .. Aisle Seat
3.1
We want you to be happy!.What if I do a mailing and get back returns Movie Eye
1.5
Vin Diesel has a lot of charm and hes not worried about looking foolish (which is a good thing because he looks foolish a lot). TheMovieChicks.com
1.5
Tommy Lee Jones and five cheerleaders; Vin Diesel and five toddlers. Whats next Harrison Ford and five crazy out of control nursing home patients IGN Movies
4.5
Vin Diesel finally does a decent film. This isnt a laugh out loud comedy but it is a pleasant experience that will give you a few chuckles. Worth a ma .. Eclipse Magazine
3.0
Maybe its a good thing the film is nearly a complete wreck, because it does provide a strong reminder just how much care and effort went into Kinderga .. Film Jerk
3.0
Diesel has fun puncturing his movie persona in The Pacifier. If only this film werent so dopey. Reel Times: Reflections on ..
2.5
The Pacifier isnt going to redefine kids films, but its far less painful than what it could have been. Miami Herald
0.6
The concept that sort of worked for Arnold Schwarzenegger becomes a cringe inducing misfire for Vin Diesel in this sloppy mess of a family film thats .. Seattle Times
3.0
Will sate teens and younger audiences and at least not shame their accompanying guardians. Now Playing Mag
0.5
As stinky as the diapers star Vin Diesel constantly keeps sticking his hands in.
3.0
The good news is that the film accelerates just when Vin Diesels acting ability starts to wane. Spectrum (St. George, Utah ..
0.6
Rarely are films produced without an ounce of motivation or purpose, yet The Pacifier was green lit by one of the world(TM)s largest corporations appa ..
0.5
Diesel isnt a terrible actor, but his choice of projects is about as apt as his choice of stage names. What, were Mack OKerosene and Buck Unleaded alr .. Rich Mond
2.5
Then, The Pacifier regresses for a stale action climax and more warm hugs than an audience should be forced to endure. Wash Times
3.0
Vin Diesels new movie may not pacify his extreme action addict fans looking for an adrenaline fix, but it is a nice little Disney film that is a surpr .. Access Atlanta
1.3
Diesels stern, stubbly demeanor and leaden performance make Jones look like Jim Carrey.



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