Making Babies (2019): Cast & Ratings
Making Babies is a 2019 comedy directed by Josh F. Huber, starring Eliza Coupe as Katie Kelly, Ed Begley Jr. and Glenne Headly. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes. Critics gave it 29% on Rotten Tomatoes and 37 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.5/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 26m (86 min)
- Director
- Josh F. Huber
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Dada Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Making Babies About?
The premise of Making Babies without spoilers.
Katie and John Kelly's desire to start a family leads them on a comical and increasingly unconventional journey. After exhausting traditional methods, they experiment with unusual approaches, leading to a series of hilarious and unexpected situations. As their hopes for parenthood dwindle, the couple's quest becomes an absurd adventure filled with home-brewed concoctions and a determination to expand their family in the most unexpected ways.
Making Babies Themes & Keywords
· 1 tag- marriage
Making Babies Cast & Characters
Eliza Coupe leads the cast as Katie Kelly, with Ed Begley Jr. as Dr. Remis and Glenne Headly as Bird. Directed by Josh F. Huber; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Josh F. Huber
- Eliza Coupe as Katie Kelly
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Ed Begley Jr. as Dr. Remis -
Glenne Headly as Bird -
Jennifer Lafleur as Danica
Also Starring in Making Babies
· 6 more- Elizabeth Rodriguez Maria
- Steve Howe
- Bob Stephenson Gordon
- Laird MacIntosh
- Jonathan C. Daly
- Sarah Mahmoodi Tabby
Making Babies Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Making Babies 29% on Rotten Tomatoes and 37 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 55/100, strongest in character & emotion (65) and weakest in art & craft (45).
Making Babies Echo Score Breakdown
Making Babies delivers a mix of modest strengths and notable shortcomings. The film’s lighthearted tone and occasional moments of genuine warmth contrast with its reliance on predictable jokes and tonal inconsistency. Performances are frequently praised for their charm, yet the script rarely offers new narrative terrain. Visually, rough camera work undercuts the production’s warmer moments. Overall, Making Babies registers as an uneven dramedy that appeals more to viewers with direct experience of its subject than to a broader audience.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 45
In terms of art and craft, the film shows uneven execution. Critics note tonal missteps in direction and a few hacky visual gags, while a shaky camera approach in certain scenes creates discomfort. Production design and editing display occasional polish, but these moments are undercut by inconsistent visual tone. The result is a mixed overall impression that struggles to establish a cohesive aesthetic identity.
- Character & Emotion 65
When it comes to character and emotion, performances are frequently highlighted as the film’s strongest asset. Leading actors deliver believable chemistry and convey emotional stakes with warmth, providing most of the heartfelt and humorous moments. Supporting roles vary in impact, with some side characters feeling underdeveloped. Despite the script’s limitations, the cast’s rapport gives the story occasional emotional resonance and charm.
- Story & Flow 50
Story and flow demonstrate a balance of light entertainment and noticeable repetition. Plot points about infertility and medical procedures are handled with humor, yet the narrative depends on familiar comedic beats and predictable gags. Pacing fluctuates between breezy scenes and uneven tonal shifts, causing engagement to waver. Occasional emotionally piercing moments emerge, but the overall storyline remains too conventional to sustain lasting interest.
- Sensory Experience 50
In terms of sensory experience, the visual and auditory elements register as serviceable but unremarkable. Sound design and soundtrack receive little attention, while certain camera movements generate a shaky, disorienting feel. Production design contributes a realistic domestic setting, though it lacks distinctive flair. Overall, the film achieves basic sensory cohesion but does not elevate its dramedy through striking technical or stylistic choices.
- Rewatch Factor 60
Regarding rewatch factor, opinions vary based on personal connection to the film’s themes. Some viewers find it easy and enjoyable for repeat viewings, appreciating the light tone and relatable scenarios. However, the familiar narrative beats and lack of deeper originality limit its fresh appeal. As a result, Making Babies may hold modest replay value for those who relate closely to the subject but less so for general audiences.
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IMDb 5.5 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 29% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 51%
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Metacritic 37 Metascore
User score 8.6
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TMDB 59% User score
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Letterboxd 3.0 /5
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Movie Insider 5.0 /5
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Making Babies Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Making Babies.
Cars in Making Babies
4 cars on screen, including the 2016 Honda CR-V and the Ford Crown Victoria.
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2016 Honda CR-V Main role -
Ford Crown Victoria Important role -
2003 GMC Savana Minor role -
1996 Honda Accord Background role
Making Babies Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “让我们怀孕吧” and “造人計劃”.
- Also known as
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- 让我们怀孕吧
- 造人計劃
- 메이킹 베이비스
- CZEKAJĄC NA DZIECKO
- Jak si udělat miminko
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Making Babies FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Making Babies, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Making Babies?
Making Babies runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).
When was Making Babies released?
Making Babies was released on March 29, 2019.
Who directed Making Babies?
Making Babies was directed by Josh F. Huber.
Who is in the cast of Making Babies?
Making Babies stars Eliza Coupe as Katie Kelly, Ed Begley Jr. as Dr. Remis and Glenne Headly as Bird, among 10 credited actors.
How is Making Babies rated?
Making Babies has 5.5/10 on IMDb, 29% on Rotten Tomatoes, 37 on Metacritic and 59% on TMDB.
Does Making Babies have a post-credit scene?
No. Making Babies has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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