Review of Death to Smoochy (2002) by Dj S — 25 Jan 2008

Danny DeVito does a great job showing us what life is really like for a children's show entertainer. One of Williams' best roles.

This review of Death to Smoochy (2002) was written by Dj S on 25 Jan 2008.

Death to Smoochy has generally received mixed reviews.

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