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17 Again

Play trailer Poster for 17 Again PG-13,  2009,  1h 42m,  Comedy Play Trailer Watchlist
Watchlist 57% 145 Reviews Tomatometer 67% 250,000+ Ratings Popcornmeter
57% Tomatometer 145 Reviews 67% Popcornmeter 250,000+ Ratings
Mike O'Donnell (Matthew Perry) was a high-school basketball star with a bright future, but he threw it all away to marry his girlfriend and raise their child. Almost 20 years later, Mike's marriage has failed, his kids think he's a loser, and his job is going nowhere. He gets a chance to correct the mistakes of his past and change his life when he is miraculously transformed into a teenager (Zac Efron), but in trying to fix his past, Mike may be jeopardizing his present and future.
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Critics Consensus

Though it uses a well-worn formula, 17 Again has just enough Zac Efron charm to result in a harmless, pleasurable teen comedy.

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Caryn James Marie Claire Dec 14, 2017
Endearingly funny. Go to Full Review
Nell Minow Beliefnet Apr 22, 2009
B+
It relies primarily on charm and unabashed sweetness that perfectly suits Efron's easy grace. Go to Full Review
Sara Michelle Fetters MovieFreak.com Apr 17, 2009
3/4
The film is an intoxicating blend of comedy and fantasy that's really difficult to dislike. Go to Full Review
Rachel Wagner Rachel's Reviews (YouTube) Aug 28, 2024
Clever teen comedy that understands the frustrations of being a teen Go to Full Review
Joe Lipsett Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr Podcast Jan 9, 2024
3/5
A surprisingly enjoyable body swap comedy. Efron is winsome in his first non-HSM vehicle and while the incest storyline is cringey, he and Mann have great chemistry. Far too much Lennon, however. Go to Full Review
Germain Lussier io9.com Nov 3, 2023
The relatability and vulnerability that Perry brings to Mike are what truly elevates 17 Again. Go to Full Review
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Ron W Apr 1, 2019 One of the best performances Zac Efron has given,17 again is a delight to watch.
Anakin L Mar 17, 2019 Not perfect, but it has some great moments. Pity Matthew Perry didn't have a larger roll as he's got great timing.
Abraham R Jan 30, 2019 Such a great movie. Makes you feel good, is funny and heart-warming. Laugh out loud moments all throughout. And best of all, it's clean humour. It has to be my favourite movie of all time. Always makes me feel good. See more
Han R Jan 11, 2019 Zach efron is a sex i am not a sex
Aug 8, 2018 It's the best movie I've ever seen in my life and I reckoned it to all the teens in america you see when I was 17 I was sucking this old guy off in the back of his car until it struck me man I really hate this so I wanna be 17 again thanks for reading See more
Poe R Apr 3, 2018 Its flawed but its....serviceable.
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Cast & Crew

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Burr Steers

Director

Zac Efron

Young Mike O'Donnell

Leslie Mann

Scarlet

Thomas Lennon

Ned Gold

Matthew Perry

Adult Mike O'Donnell

Tyler Steelman

Ned Gold (Teen)

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17 Again

(L-R) Zac Efron as Mike and Thomas Lennon as Ned in "17 Again." Thomas Lennon as Ned in "17 Again." (L-R) Sterling Knight as Alex, Michelle Trachtenberg as Maggie and Matthew Perry as adult Mike in "17 Again." Michelle Trachtenberg as Maggie and Zac Efron as Mike in "17 Again." Michelle Trachtenberg as Maggie in "17 Again." Leslie Mann as Scarlet and Zac Efron as Mike in "17 Again." (L-R) Zac Efron as Mike and Thomas Lennon as Ned in "17 Again." (Left) Zac Efron as Mike in "17 Again." (L-R) Zac Efron as Mike and Thomas Lennon as Ned in "17 Again." View more photos

Movie Info

Synopsis Mike O'Donnell (Matthew Perry) was a high-school basketball star with a bright future, but he threw it all away to marry his girlfriend and raise their child. Almost 20 years later, Mike's marriage has failed, his kids think he's a loser, and his job is going nowhere. He gets a chance to correct the mistakes of his past and change his life when he is miraculously transformed into a teenager (Zac Efron), but in trying to fix his past, Mike may be jeopardizing his present and future.
Director
Burr Steers
Producer
Jennifer Gibgot, Adam Shankman
Screenwriter
Jason Filardi
Distributor
Warner Bros.
Production Co
Offspring Entertainment
Rating
PG-13 (Some Sexual Material|Language|Teen Partying)
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Apr 17, 2009, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 1, 2011
Box Office (Gross USA)
$64.1M
Runtime
1h 42m
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