The Wedding Singer

Name: The Wedding Singer
Director: Frank Coraci
Genre: Comedy, Romance, Music
Released: February 13, 1998
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 59
Cast: Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore

1998

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Mixed or average reviews based on 21 Critics

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THE WEDDING SINGER

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Movie Details & Credits

New Line Cinema | Release Date: February 13, 1998

Starring: Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore

Summary: Robbie, a wedding singer, and Julia, a waitress, are both engaged to be married but to the wrong people. Luckily, fortune intervenes to help them discover each other.

Director: Frank Coraci

Genre(s): Comedy, Romance, Music

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 95 min

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71	#71 Best Movie of 1998
28	#28 Most Discussed Movie of 1998
27	#27 Most Shared Movie of 1998

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Los Angeles Times - Kevin Thomas

A sparkling romantic comedy, the kind of picture that glides by so gracefully and unpretentiously that it's only upon reflection that you realize how much skill, caring and good judgment had to have gone into its making. Read full review

Empire - Caroline Westbrook

A script with a streak of clever cynicism and poignancy, a soundtrack of tunes you thought had long since departed to the vinyl graveyard and one of the most adorable screen pairings in ages in Sandler and Barrymore and the result is a film which, while hardly high art, is simply irresistible. Read full review

Christian Science Monitor - David Sterritt

The movie is surprisingly strong despite its potentially flaky plot, combining '80s-style humor with a sincere romantic story. Read full review

TV Guide Magazine - Maitland McDonagh

Yes, it's sappy. It's also silly, utterly unironic, a sketch stretched out to feature length, and, if you're in the right mood, pretty darned cute. Read full review

L.A. Weekly - Manohla Dargis

Sandler smirks a good deal less than he did in his last two movies, and with a couple of acting lessons, he might develop into a screen presence. Read full review

Austin Chronicle - Marc Savlov

It is a harmless and occasionally hilarious pop comedy good for a few bargain yuks. Read full review

Chicago Sun-Times - Roger Ebert

The screenplay reads like a collaboration between Jekyll and Hyde. Read full review

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AGarcia732

Feb 6, 2014

After seeing Grownups 2, this movie ended up being a lot better with Adam Sandler giving a much better performance. Set in 1985 (filmed in 1998) the movie stars Adam Sandler as Robbie Hart, a wedding singer.

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AllAroundGamer

Jan 7, 2013

This movie has withstood the test of time. It is a classic and to me, the best romantic comedy ever made. No film has come close to eclipse it as of current. I love the onscreen chemistry between the Sandman and Drew. Simply amazing. The soundtrack is also very nice and, basically, justThis movie has withstood the test of time. It is a classic and to me, the best romantic comedy ever made. No film has come close to eclipse it as of current. I love the onscreen chemistry between the Sandman and Drew. Simply amazing. The soundtrack is also very nice and, basically, just watch it, you'll understand. You'll get that mushy feeling too.… Expand

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shamusolarry

Sep 8, 2011

Amazing movie. It's touchy and funny. The quintessential romantic-comedy. And the soundtrack is amazing, too. I love 80's music so much, and they make some great choices. The two songs Sandler adds are pretty good as well.

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AndrewM.

May 9, 2004

A really great film. So lighthearted and whimsical it's amazing it didn't self-destruct...but it didn't! Barrymore is so appealing in this film she's almost unbearable and Sandler is at his deadpan best. He shows all the right emotions when needed. As for the A really great film. So lighthearted and whimsical it's amazing it didn't self-destruct...but it didn't! Barrymore is so appealing in this film she's almost unbearable and Sandler is at his deadpan best. He shows all the right emotions when needed. As for the music...aah, the memories!… Expand

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ydnar4

Apr 30, 2015

The Wedding Singer is one of the greatest Adam Sandler films out there. The plot is original for a romantic comedy which is often a genre that will follow the same formula. It is straight forward and can be followed by anyone. The cast is strong with several random appearances by some wellThe Wedding Singer is one of the greatest Adam Sandler films out there. The plot is original for a romantic comedy which is often a genre that will follow the same formula. It is straight forward and can be followed by anyone. The cast is strong with several random appearances by some well known actors and performers. The film may be a bit predictable but it is still a very fun movie. It pairs Drew Barrymore with Sandler for the first time and now the two have released two more strong films. This movie is maybe a little on the romantic side considering its an Adam Sandler movie but its just too fun and entertaining to miss.… Expand

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bladeagent

Mar 1, 2014

This isn't exactly the most original of romantic comedies, however the chemistry between Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore more than makes up for it. If only Sandler would make more of these films.

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CopyAndPasteMW3

Nov 11, 2011

Atleast it beats Jack and Jill, OMG! This movie in my opinion was the only "good" Sandler movie to ever come out. The subtlety of the comedy was good and he wasn't trying to funny "Thank god" although everyone was and they were alot funnier than him.

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