Mrs. Doubtfire is a 1993 American comedy-drama film directed by Chris Columbus. It was written for the screen by Randi Mayem Singer and Leslie Dixon, based on the 1987 novel Alias Madame Doubtfire by Anne Fine. Robin Williams, who also served as a co-producer, stars with Sally Field, Pierce Brosnan, Harvey Fierstein, and Robert Prosky. It follows a recently divorced actor who dresses up as a female housekeeper to be able to interact with his children. The film addresses themes of divorce, separation, and the effect they have on a family. The film was released in the United States on November 24, 1993. It won the Academy Award for Best Makeup and the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. Robin Williams was awarded the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. It grossed $441.3 million on a $25 million budget, becoming the second-highest-grossing film of 1993 worldwide.
| Director | Chris Columbus |
| Produced by | Marsha Garces Williams, Robin Williams, Mark Radcliffe |
| Screenplay by | Randi Mayem Singer, Leslie Dixon |
| Starring | Robin Williams, Sally Field, Pierce Brosnan, Harvey Fierstein, Robert Prosky |
| Music | Howard Shore |
| Cinematography | Donald McAlpine |
| Edited by | Raja Gosnell |
| Production, company | 20th Century Fox, Blue Wolf Productions |
| Distributed by | 20th Century Fox |
| Released | November 24, 1993 (United States) |
| Running time | 120 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $25 million |
| Box office | $441.3 million |
| Netflix ID | 779488 |
About Mrs. Doubtfire
After his divorce, a father disguises himself as a female housekeeper to spend time with his kids. Chris Columbus directed the movie written by Randi Mayem Singer and Leslie Dixon.
Achievement of Mrs. Doubtfire
The film is based on the novel Alias Madame Doubtfire, written by Anne Fine. Mrs. Doubtfire won the Academy Award for Best Makeup.
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Latest information about Mrs. Doubtfire updated on July 28 2021.
