Review of My Stepmother Is an Alien (1988) by Tiho Jay S — 13 Jun 2014

Yeah, it's silly, but it's cute and worth watching for Alyson Hannigan as the 13 year old daughter (and Seth Green as her date).

This review of My Stepmother Is an Alien (1988) was written by Tiho Jay S on 13 Jun 2014.

My Stepmother Is an Alien has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Charlie G (900) on 31 Mar 2009

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Is it cheesy? Yes it is. Is it a must see? No, but it is silly and enjoyable…

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Very funny...don't like get bag tho…

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Good silly fun, probably not suitable for feminists or people who take the X-Files way too seriously…

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This is so painful to watch. I was literally cringing…

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