Review of 17 Again (2009) by Alejandro S — 20 Jan 2014

As the father of a nine year old female, I have no choice...

This review of 17 Again (2009) was written by Alejandro S on 20 Jan 2014.

17 Again has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Kaleem Aftab (340) for The National (UAE) (421) on 01 Nov 2018

Having previously shown that he can dance with the best of them, Efron now proves that he can act as well…

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By Torion O (326) on 01 Jun 2015

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By Sam B (1,226) on 29 Oct 2015

Harmless, charming and fun, this whimsical film is by no means a new idea but it has the right amount of charisma, warmth and great characters…

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By Miguel R (812) on 26 Jul 2015

A fluffy but enjoyable teen comedy that works mainly due to the great chemistry between Zac Efron and Thomas Lennon and a surprising amount…

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By Marjorie Baumgarten (1,950) for Austin Chronicle (7,653) on 14 Jul 2016

Though remaining sweet and tasty, Efron, in his first non-singing and dancing feature film proves he has an agreeable and kinetic screen presence,…

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By Jessica N (345) on 30 Aug 2015

Solid movie. Surprised me. Definitely not the best out of the BIG, 13 going on 30, Freaky Friday, Family Man, and Mr. Destiny genre…

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By Brett H (1,346) on 26 Jul 2015

A fluffy but enjoyable teen comedy that works mainly due to the great chemistry between Zac Efron and Thomas Lennon and a surprising amount…

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By Hammers9025 P (379) on 11 Jan 2016

The whole bodyswap film has been done over and over again with a different story but same scenarios…

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By Mariam B (6) on 26 Jul 2015

A fluffy but enjoyable teen comedy that works mainly due to the great chemistry between Zac Efron and Thomas Lennon and a surprising amount…

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By Darren B (567) on 26 Mar 2017

What a great movie!!! Hilarious, fun, and Efron actually was quite good in this…

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