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The Parent Trap
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Directed by Nancy Meyers. With Lindsay Lohan, Dennis Quaid, Natasha Richardson.
7.2/10
MOVIHERO RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
Hallie Parker and Annie James are identical twins who were separated at a young age due to their parents' divorce. Unbeknownst to their parents, the girls are sent to the same summer camp, where they meet, discover the truth about their relationship, and come up with a plan to switch places in an effort to reunite their mother and father.
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MOVIHERO RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTHallie Parker and Annie James are identical twins who were separated at a young age due to their parents' divorce. Unbeknownst to their parents, the girls are sent to…
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MoviHero lists July 28, 1998 as the release date for The Parent Trap. Nancy Meyers is the listed director. The listed cast includes Lindsay Lohan as Hallie Parker / Annie James, Dennis Quaid as Nick Parker, Natasha Richardson as Elizabeth James, Elaine Hendrix as Meredith Blake. A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateJuly 28, 1998
GenresFamily · Comedy · Romance
Runtime2h 8m
DirectorNancy Meyers
CastLindsay Lohan as Hallie Parker / Annie James, Dennis Quaid as Nick Parker, Natasha Richardson as Elizabeth James, Elaine Hendrix as Meredith Blake
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
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The Parent Trap runs 2h 8m. Allow extra time for breaks.
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The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 6/10: a middle-ground pace.
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The attention estimate is 3/10. The profile suggests a lower-demand watch, although preferences vary.
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The emotional-impact estimate is 7/10, suggesting a moderate emotional load. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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MoviHero Rating: 7.2/10 from 4,719 votes. Updated Nov 12, 2026.
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Pacing6/10
Emotional Impact7/10
Mind-Bending2/10
Scary1/10
Violence2/10
Rewatchability6/10
Attention Required3/10
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“Entertaining and sweet. Just as good as the 1961 original, which probably edges this ever so slightly but they are both terrific films. 1998's 'The…”
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“Really good watch, might watch again, and can recommend.”
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“Mischief Loves Comedy! "The Parent Trap" is a remake of the original 1961 film by Walt Disney Productions. Starring Dennis Quaid, Natasha Richardson, Lindsay Lohan…”
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“A heartwarming, feel-good movie! The simple story and small cast mean you don't need to think too hard — you can just sit back, relax…”
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