Friday, June 24, 2016

Top 10 Friday... Films for Father's Day

We culminate our ode to Dads this week with a look at our Top 10 Films for Father's Day -- our favorite movies with fatherhood as a major theme. There are a wealth of great dad-related films out there and we couldn't possibly mention them all, so take this list as strictly opinion.

Marlin and Nemo in "Finding Nemo"
First though, here are a few more Father's Day-friendly collectibles you may want to hunt for.

King Randor Masters of the Universe figure, Mattel (1986)
King Randor figure by Mattel
He-Man's dad, King Randor, who some fans will remember from the classic Filmation cartoon, was produced as a figure in the popular Masters of the Universe line from Mattel back in the mid-'80s. He's on the rare side, but can be snagged on eBay for about $125-$150.

Peter Griffin Pop! Vinyl, Funko (2015)
Peter Griffin Pop! Vinyl by Funko
The ridiculous (and hilarious) father from "Family Guy" pops to life, thanks again to Funko. You can find Peter, along with the rest of the FG cast, online or at a local comic shop.

Darth Vader and Son deluxe maquette, Gentle Giant/Chronicle Books (2014)
Darth Vader and Son maquette by Gentle Giant
This playful sculpture from Gentle Giant was produced for Chronicle Books in honor of author Jeffrey Brown's "Darth Vader and son" book series. The maquette comes with a special edition 16-page book, but is sold out and difficult to find. Can go for upwards of $250 on eBay.

OK folks, on to our...

Top 10 Films for Father's Day


10. Vice Versa (1988)
"Vice Versa"
A father and son swap bodies in this 1980s comedy starring Judge Reinhold and Fred Savage. Easily confused with the 1987 Dudley Moore/Kirk Cameron comedy "Like Father Like Son."

9. Definitely, Maybe (2008)
"Definitely, Maybe"
Poltical strategist Ryan Reynolds opens up to his young daughter about his past relationships. The terrific cast also includes Abigail Breslin, Rachel Weisz, Elizabeth Banks and Kevin Kline.

8. Father of the Bride (1991)
"Father of the Bride"
Steve Martin and Diane Keaton headline this comedy about a father struggling with his daughter's impending nuptials.

7. In the Name of the Father (1993)
"In the Name of the Father"
Daniel Day-Lewis is brilliant (I know, shocker) in director Jim Sheridan's compelling drama about a father (Pete Postlethwaite) and son (Day-Lewis) falsely accused and wrongly imprisoned for an IRA bombing in London.

6. Three Men and a Baby (1987)
"Three Men and a Baby"
Live-it-up bachelors Tom Selleck, Ted Danson and Steve Guttenberg are thrown a curveball when a baby ends up on their doorstep. The popular comedy was surprisingly directed by Leonard Nimoy of "Star Trek" fame.

5. A Bronx Tale (1993)
"A Bronx Tale"
Dubious father Robert De Niro gets defensive when his son is befriended by mobster Chazz Palminteri in 1960s Bronx. De Niro also directs.

4. Mr. Mom (1983)
"Mr. Mom"
One of Michael Keaton's earliest roles saw him as a learn-on-the-job, stay-at-home dad in this clever comedy. The screenplay was written by the legendary John Hughes ("The Breakfast Club").

3. Finding Nemo (2003)
"Finding Nemo"
A father searches shore to shore for his fish-napped son in Pixar's groundbreaking animated comedy. The vocal cast includes Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres and Willem Dafoe.

2. The Godfather (1972)
"The Godfather"
Marlon Brando is the patriarch of a powerful crime family in director Francis Ford Coppola's Oscar-winning drama. Widely considered one of the best films ever made, "The Godfather" also stars Al Pacino, James Caan and Diane Keaton.

1. To Kill a Mockingbird (1962)
"To Kill a Mockingbird"
Classic adaptation of Harper Lee's novel features father/attorney Atticus Finch fighting for his children and an innocent man's civil rights in the south. Gregory Peck earned an Oscar for his portrayal of Finch, one of the most noble fathers you will ever find in film or literature.

Which movies did we miss? Let us know in the Comments section below. See you all Monday for our final "Game of Thrones" recap of the season. Have a great weekend!

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