Customer Ratings & Reviews

Great cast of actors and some newcomers. This movie shows that mixed families can coexist and get along for the most part with a lot of comedy in between.

I bought this for a gift. Really easy to purchase online.

The foster care system in America is incredibly flawed. Over 400,000 kids are in the foster care system, with many of them failing to get the support that they sorely need, & they face an incredible amount of problems when trying to get approved for certain things. Instant Family definitely sin't perfect, but it's an endearing look into adoption. Based on a true story, the film follows Pete (played by Mark Wahlberg) & Ellie (played by Rose Byrne) Wagner, a married couple in California. Although they are happily married, they feel that there is something missing in their lives. They would like to have children, but Pete is pretty old to be a father of a newborn child. Ellie brings up the idea of adoption, but Pete isn't up for it. However, Pete eventually warms up to the idea. Pete & Ellie then begin an 8-week foster parenting class led by Sharon (played by Tig Notaro), who is more reserved; & Karen (played by Octavia Spencer), who is more outspoken. They eventually get their foster parenting licenses, & go to an adoption fair to see what kids they may be interested in. One of the teenage foster children, Lizzie (played by Isabella Moner), lets them know that they know that foster parents aren't really interested in the teenagers. However, this interests Pete & Ellie, & when they ask about becoming Lizzie's foster parents, they are told that Lizzie has two younger siblings: Juan (played by Gustavo Quiroz) & Lita (played by Julianna Gamiz). Pete & Ellie decide to take in all 3 of the kids, which meets mixed reactions from Pete & Ellie's families: Ellie's mother Jan (played by Julie Hagerty) is more hesitant about their decision, while Pete's mother Sandy (played by Margo Martindale) is more welcoming. Although the initial few weeks with Lizzie, Juan & Lita in their house are great, it starts to become hectic for Pete & Ellie, as Lizzie is bratty, Juan is overly sensitive, & Lita will only eat potato chips. But although Pete & Ellie are not ready for what will follow, but they think they'll be alright in the end. The cast is amazing. Mark Wahlberg & Rose Byrne have such great chemistry here. Tig Notaro & Octavia Spencer are hilarious in their small roles. But the standout is Isabella Moner, who truly shines here. And Gustavo Quiroz & Julianna Gamiz also shine. Sean Anders' direction is great. Although there isn't much that stylistically differentiates Anders from other directors, he is able to overcome that with a warm-hearted sensibility & a personal touch, as the true story is Anders' true story of adopting 3 kids. And the screenplay by Sean Anders & John Morris is very good. Although the plot is formulaic & the narrative is predictable, the humorous dialogue sticks out, & the screenplay isn't afraid to tackle the racial issues of the adoption. This is a good comedy-drama. Although it's definitely too sentimental at times, the film is saved by a cast filled with great, warm-hearted performances.

This movie is very interesting subject. I’m very glad there is a movie director who for once would make a true movie about what foster kids go through there daily life’s each day. It’s always important that lots of kids that don’t have anybody need someone to love them. I found mark wall berg acting his character as a foster dad.

Saw it in theatres before I bought it. Went on thanksgiving with grandmother and sister while all of the other shows had conflicts with them. Nobody really wanted to see it as their number 1 or 2 pick but everyone was somewhat interested. This show blew me away, and everyone else. Highly recommend watching and owning.

An interesting movie in that it touches on taking in children, an Instant Family, and shows the trials and tribulations of such a process. Caring for someone else's children is a challenge. Loving them is a whole lot easier. Enjoyed from beginning to end. The actors/actresses, played the parts really well.

My family fell in love with this movie from beginning to end. A good emotion journey your not expecting. Truly heartwarming and amazingly funny. Definitely a great family oriented film. Actually bought two more as gifts. Go buy this movie at Best Buy. You will not be disappointed. You’re Welcome!!!!

A funny family film involving a couple who decide to become foster parents. They end up getting not 1 or 2 but 3 kids who are related and of different ages. The film goes on from there in dealing with the issues and good experiences on both sides (the adults and the kids). A heartfelt comedy.

This movie delivers a heart-warming message about the importance of family. Mark Walburg and Rose Byrne do a great job as foster parents. This movie made me want to adopt. This movie is fun, funny, warm and hits home. Get your copy and enjoy it today!

I loved this movie so much that I actually bought it and I don't buy movies ever. It's funny, warming, relatable, and highly entertaining. Even my little girls love it. I think this movie was completely underrated because it's a phenomenal family movie!

If you're a blended family or a completely biological family, this movie will make you laugh, bring a tear to your eye, and bless your heart! So many great, realistic situations for families far and wide. A definite win and recommendation.

A charming mostly realistic portrayal of fostering children led by winning performances by Byrne and Wahlberg and the kids are also superb. Great support from Martindale, Haggerty, Spencer and Notaro. Heartwarming and sad but written perfectly.

This movie for me is so real because this is what my bestfriend has had tic go through in his life, having an adopted family and going through the challenging adjustments with a new family in your life. 10/10 definitely do recommend it!

We loved this movie and could identify with the couple since we had just gone through foster parent training. We laughed and we cried. Recommended but note there is some bad language if you are planning on viewing this as a family

Great price and all the character were well done. Since I purchased it The First Nighr I saw it Three Times. Since then we had a party called the premiere and I took this with me and everyone loved it (in fact it was the big hit).

I can only imagine what the kiddos must really feel and go through. Such bravery in both directions, and in so many ways, I really enjoyed watching this in theater with my boys and I'm happy to have purchased now. Excellent film

This movie was hysterical, for the most part. There were a few parts that were too tear-jerky, but otherwise it was a lot of fun to watch. They kept going towards the line, but they never really crossed into tasteless humor, in my opinion. The kids were good. The chemistry was there to make this a funny, fun movie to watch.

This was a great movie. It definitely pulls at your heart strings a few times throughout, but there are even more laughs. I think it’s a pretty honest look at the trials and rewards of foster care and adoption.

Enjoyed the movie from start to finish. Good story line and great emotional content. Subject is handled in a very real way Acting is serious and funny combined which for the subject matter is a blended result.

My wife and I were able to see this movie in our local movie theater and were happy we were able to purchase it at a good price from BestBuy and we are looking forward to watching it as often as we want.