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201981 minPG-13documentary

6.9/ 10(38 ratings)• TMDB

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Dads

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Author: Cath Clarke

201981 minPG-13documentary

6.9/ 10(38 ratings)• TMDB

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Bryce Dallas Howard's documentary features reflections from her father, Ron Howard, and celebrity fathers like Will Smith and Jimmy Kimmel on modern parenting.

“You got this. Even when you don't.”

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Bryce Dallas Howard's documentary features reflections from her father, Ron Howard, and celebrity fathers like Will Smith and Jimmy Kimmel on modern parenting.

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Kris Kaczordirector

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Bryce Dallas Howard's documentary Dads features reflections from her father, filmmaker Ron Howard, alongside celebrity fathers like Will Smith and Jimmy Kimmel. The film presents a diverse array of voices, including everyday dads from various backgrounds, discussing their experiences and challenges in modern parenting. Premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2019, Dads was released on June 19, 2020, by Apple TV+. The film captures the joys and responsibilities of fatherhood through candid and humorous accounts.

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Actor Bryce Dallas Howard’s documentary mixes the platitudinous with the genuinely moving as she grills Hollywood celebrities and other fathers.

Cath ClarkeRead full article

June 18, 2020

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Meet celebrity dads like Will Smith and Jimmy Kimmel
Find out what everyday fathers around the world say
See Ron Howard's reflections on fatherhood

Did You Know

Dads premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2019.
The film was released on June 19, 2020, by Apple TV+.
Ron Howard, Jimmy Fallon, and Will Smith are among the featured fathers.
The film has a runtime of 81 minutes and is produced in the US.

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Fathers and father figuresFans of celebrity cultureDocumentary enthusiasts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed the documentary Dads?

Dads was directed by Bryce Dallas Howard in her feature film directorial debut.

When was Dads released on Apple TV+?

Dads was released on June 19, 2020, by Apple TV+.

What percentage of critics gave Dads positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes?

94% of critics gave Dads positive reviews based on 35 reviews.

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Toronto International Film Festival

2020 • Official selection

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