The Parent Trap Film
A classic family comedy about twin sisters separated at birth is coming to Folkestone Harbour Arm. The 1998 film stars Lindsay Lohan in a dual role and has received widespread critical acclaim.
Dir: Nancy Meyers
Cast: Lindsay Lohan, Dennis Quaid, Natasha Richardson, Elaine Hendrix, Lisa Ann Walter, Simon Kunz, Polly Holliday, Maggie Wheeler
128 mins · 1998 · United States of America · Cert PG · English, French
IMDb 6.7/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 86% · Metacritic 63/100 · TMDB 7.2/10 · Trakt 77%
Awards: 2 wins & 7 nominations total
The Parent Trap is a remake of the 1961 film of the same name, based on Erich Kästner's 1949 German children's novel, Lisa and Lottie. The film follows the story of Hallie and Annie, identical twins who were separated at birth after their parents' divorce. The twins meet at a summer camp and devise a plan to switch places and reunite their parents.
The film is a comedy, family, and romance genre, directed by Nancy Meyers and starring Lindsay Lohan, Dennis Quaid, and Natasha Richardson. It has a runtime of 128 minutes, is rated PG, and is in English and French. The film received positive reviews from critics, with scores of 6.7/10 on IMDb, 86% on Rotten Tomatoes, 63/100 on Metacritic, 7.2/10 on TMDB, and 77% on Trakt.
The film has won several awards, including two wins and seven nominations. Viewers have praised the film for its heartwarming story, great acting, and nostalgic value. Many have noted that Lindsay Lohan's performance in the dual role is excellent and carries the movie.
The Parent Trap will be screened at Folkestone Harbour Arm, Folkestone, on Tuesday, 29 December 2026. Tickets are on sale: say tickets are with the button beside the article.
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What viewers say
SparklinDiamond · 10/10
One of my favourite childhood movies. Lindsay Lohan does a great job of playing both main parts and you can always tell which one she's playing, even when she swaps because of their distinct personality traits. Very funny movie.
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minusha97 · 8/10
Truly a great family movie. Lindsay Lohan's performance really carries the movie. it captures everything great about the 90s. The runtime could have been 30 minutes shorter tho.
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TinyTinkerBell9 · 8/10
One of the newest trends on Twitter is to add the word "comfort" in front of several things. While "comfort food" has been going on since forever, we now have "comfort TV Shows," "Comfort Character" or "Comfort Movies." I don’t use that term very often. But even I have to admit there are certain films that bring me comfort when I‘m feeling down or just need a good time to relax. This is one of them. Base on Erich Kästner‘s book "Das Doppelte…
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AyumiNoon · 9/10
No matter how many times you watch this movie it's still great.
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Tequila Brie · 9/10
This film may just sit on my absolute favourite lists. The jazzy score, the fun locations, even the editing adds to the bouncing, playful story. Lohan is incredible in her dual roles and it actually upsets me how she hasn't gone far enough in her career since (thinking about what she could have been). Cheesy as hell at times but it feels so right. Pure late 90s, childhood nostalgia. I love Chessy.
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KyleTheFilmKat · 10/10
“Do you guys play poker?” “No” “Shame. Did you guys bring money with you?” Brilliant! 😂 I was not expecting DIY ear piercings by 11 year olds. I’m a little worried for similarly aged girls who watched this movie during the late 90s… 😂 This is the most wholesome movie I’ve seen in years! Beautifully put together. Chessy is a queeennnn.
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hgram · 8/10
Haven't seen the 1961 original in many years, but this certainly compares favorably. Lindsay Lohan is lovely. Wasn't expecting to get so emotional—something about family and belonging. I cried at every hug. Shoutout to Patrick Tomaso on YouTube for pointing out the wonderful cinematography in this 90's kids' movie. We didn't know how good we had it. Definitely need to try Oreos and peanut butter.
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charis_schole_e0bd46
one of my favorite movies ever!! it's so freaking good!!
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