50 First Dates (2004) DVD Reviews

Starring	Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, Rob Schneider, Sean Astin
Director	Peter Segal
Genres	Comedy

Critics' reviews (4) of 50 First Dates
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Only the grumpiest viewer could fail to be charmed by this sweet comedy. Featuring one of Adam Sandler's least goofy performances, it's a simple and undemanding story, with genuine warmth beneath the slapstick. In a plot reminiscent of Groundhog Day, Drew Barrymore plays a car-crash survivor whose short term memory loss means she wakes up every morning with no knowledge of the day before. For laid-back, would-be suitor Sandler this means repeating their first date over and over again, an amusing concept laced with poignancy. While both leads are likeable, benefiting from an easy chemistry established in The Wedding Singer, it's Anger Management director Peter Segal's subtle balance of humour and heart that really lifts the film.
- Radio Times
- Posted 29 Jan 2006
Sandler plays Henry Roth, a wacky-but-caring vet at the local sealife park, who enjoys a country-wide reputation as a... read more on Time Out
- Time Out
- Posted 04 Nov 2008
A movie strictly for admirers of Sandler's crude and obvious humour.
- Halliwell's Film Guide
- Posted 02 Mar 2006
Most helpful members' reviews (3) of 50 First Dates
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74 out of 76 people found this review helpful

[Highly rated reviewer]

superb.........

this is a very funny film, and the chemistry between adam sandler and drew barrymore is wonderful. my daughters think that this film is the best that they have seen. 50 first dates is ideal for a girls night in for my daughter and her friends with cola, popcorn and a pizza delivery.
- - williamsgwynfa
  - Posted 29 Jan 2007 12:20
23 out of 25 people found this review helpful

A bit of a surprise

Not quite what we expected but proved to be quite a pleasant viewing. Just one of those films that doesn't stretch you but leaves you with a smile on your face thinking that that was a nice way to spend 90 minutes.
- - A customer from SW London, England
  - Posted 30 Sep 2004 23:28
19 out of 22 people found this review helpful

Poor and weak

This was a poor film with a weak plot. Don't waste your time watching it. It is predictable and very AMERICAN.
- - sanj2 from london
  - Posted 01 Dec 2004 13:17
Most recent members' reviews (2) of 50 First Dates
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4 out of 5 people found this review helpful

Chemistry

It is good to see Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore back together, their on screen chemistry in the 'Wedding Singer' was great and they capture it again with 50 First Dates.

Comedy done this well is always a joy to watch and despite this being a bit of a silly movie in places the touching scenes with Lucy and her father and Henry when they tell her about "that day" is very well done.

About 30 mins from the end of this film, I was really hoping that they didn't go for a the Hollywood happy ending, but knew they couldn't end it sadly. I was extremely pleased with the ending they had as it made a lot of sense and didn't spoil the film at all and was happy without copping out.

A thoroughly good film with great performances especially from the Walrus and Ula (Rob Schneider).
- - MissyBev from Kent
  - Posted 21 Oct 2004 16:36
5 out of 6 people found this review helpful

Groundhog Day with a difference

I am not a big fan of Adam Sandler - but this is great - a real laugh out loud movie which is quite enchanting in a left field kind of way. It is 'Something About Mary' meets 'Groundhog Day' with a difference. It is a real romantic comedy with one great off beat gag after another.

This is one of those movies that leaves you all warm and fuzzy. It also has one of the best collections of Hawaiian shirt collections on film - but apart from some obvious cliches - this is terrific.

Drew Barrymore is the leading lady playing off Adam Sandler - and to great effect. It has a great soundtrack, a good supporting cast - with some brilliant charecters like 10 second Tom.

This is a touch of kooky magic.
- - Kris7 from Isle of Bute
  - Posted 25 Oct 2004 21:22

74 out of 76 people found this review helpful

[Highly rated reviewer]

superb.........

this is a very funny film, and the chemistry between adam sandler and drew barrymore is wonderful. my daughters think that this film is the best that they have seen. 50 first dates is ideal for a girls night in for my daughter and her friends with cola, popcorn and a pizza delivery.
- - williamsgwynfa
  - Posted 29 Jan 2007 12:20
23 out of 25 people found this review helpful

A bit of a surprise

Not quite what we expected but proved to be quite a pleasant viewing. Just one of those films that doesn't stretch you but leaves you with a smile on your face thinking that that was a nice way to spend 90 minutes.
- - A customer from SW London, England
  - Posted 30 Sep 2004 23:28
19 out of 22 people found this review helpful

Poor and weak

This was a poor film with a weak plot. Don't waste your time watching it. It is predictable and very AMERICAN.
- - sanj2 from london
  - Posted 01 Dec 2004 13:17
17 out of 20 people found this review helpful

Wonderful moments

Before I start I should probably point out that I'm an Adam Sandler fan. Happy Gilmore still rates as one of my favourite comedies ever, the Waterboy is pure laugh out loud Slapstick and The Wedding Singer was a fantastic romantic comedy. However I can also admit that Mr. Deeds, Billy Madison etc are films that are going through the motions whilst Little Nicky was truly awful. The film isn't as funny as The Wedding Singer, but does have a few laugh out loud scenes, its more a romantic comedy with a stress on the romance, with some wonderful moments where you realise exactly how much Sanlders character is doing to win over the girl of his dreams, every day.
- - Ajaymay from London
  - Posted 21 Jul 2004 13:23
10 out of 10 people found this review helpful

Not your cup of tea?

Ok as this was a film desired by the wife, it was not my choice.

However I must confess that if like me you like a laugh and have turned your nose up at this then more fool you,

This film is fantastic, it's funny, witty and has a fantasitc storyline. I would recomend this any day of the week and twice when your feeling down.

Happy viewing!
- - Mitch007 from manchester
  - Posted 24 Nov 2004 13:09
10 out of 13 people found this review helpful

Fantastic!!

I Loooovvvvveeee this film. Its just plain great.

My ALL time favoourite film is the Wedding Singer (watch it) and this had to be seen ... i couldnt miss the next film to see barrymore and sandler collaborate in a film together.

This film is so sweet.. its inventive and keeps you interested throughout. The animals are amazing - how do they train a walrus like that???

The extras on the DVD are also entertaining - the behind the scenes is great.

Watch it please you will not be disappointed trust me!!!
- - Helen from Swindon, England
  - Posted 24 Sep 2004 03:44
7 out of 7 people found this review helpful

Excellent!!

I cried and I laughed! What a great film. A must see by everyone.

The whole family liked it, I even watched it twice!
- - JoffyCakes from Devon
  - Posted 09 Nov 2004 12:46
7 out of 8 people found this review helpful

Thoroughly enjoyable!

Thoroughly enjoyed this film. Laughed and cried from start to finish.

Not my usual genre so was a bit hesitant to watch and am pleased I did.
- - strid from East Sussex
  - Posted 24 Oct 2004 16:12
6 out of 6 people found this review helpful

Sandler meets Groundhog Day

Touching and not bad comedy that has a slight angle on Grounhog Day but nowhere near as good. Watchable and some very funny moments.
- - Nick from London
  - Posted 15 Nov 2004 15:17
6 out of 7 people found this review helpful

Sadler Back to His Best

Absolutley fantastic film, with Adam Sadler back to his best, from the one liners (Hawaiian guy in the bar was hilarious), to the predictable ending, it's just a good fun movie.

If you are looking for oscar winners, this isn't going to achieve one, but if you want a lazy Sunday afternoon flick, you won't go are wrong. If you enjoyed his earlier work i.e. 'Happy Gilmore', you're gonna enjoy this.

Nuff said!
- - Lee020 from Norfolk
  - Posted 13 Oct 2004 13:45

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Critics' reviews (4)
Only the grumpiest viewer could fail to be charmed by this sweet comedy. Featuring one of Adam Sandler's least goofy performances, it's a simple and undemanding story, with genuine warmth beneath the slapstick. In a plot reminiscent of Groundhog Day, Drew Barrymore plays a car-crash survivor whose short term memory loss means she wakes up every morning with no knowledge of the day before. For laid-back, would-be suitor Sandler this means repeating their first date over and over again, an amusing concept laced with poignancy. While both leads are likeable, benefiting from an easy chemistry established in The Wedding Singer, it's Anger Management director Peter Segal's subtle balance of humour and heart that really lifts the film.
- Radio Times
- Posted 29 Jan 2006
Sandler plays Henry Roth, a wacky-but-caring vet at the local sealife park, who enjoys a country-wide reputation as a... read more on Time Out
- Time Out
- Posted 04 Nov 2008
A movie strictly for admirers of Sandler's crude and obvious humour.
- Halliwell's Film Guide
- Posted 02 Mar 2006
An impressively daring romantic comedy
- New York Times
- Posted 08 Oct 2007