The Breadwinner

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The Breadwinner

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Starring record-shattering comedian Nate Bargatze in his first feature film, The Breadwinner stars Bargatze as salesman Nate Wilcox and Mandy Moore as his wife, Katie. To Nate and their three children, Katie is the ultimate mom -- she manages their comically chaotic household with equal parts efficiency and love, and everything runs perfectly. But when Katie's household invention leads to a once-in-a-lifetime deal on Shark Tank and takes her on a prolonged business trip, Nate has to figure out how to keep the house from (literally) falling apart. He and his kids soon learn that while he may not do it like mom, he can figure out how to do it his way. Welcome to the dad era.

Critics Consensus

As unlikely to ruffle any feathers as it is to drum up many laughs, The Breadwinner's half-baked jokes turn Nate Bargatze's avatar of the befuddled patriarch into one stale oaf.

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Peter Travers

The Travers Take

23h

1.5/4

Standup’s comedy king of clean Nate Bargatze riffs on Mr. Mom for his screen acting debut. He deserves better than this phoned-in excuse for family fun. So do audiences.

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David Fear

Rolling Stone

1d

You start to feel like you’re a consumer being sold a bill of goods, and this is just one more product meant for you to buy, consume, and forget. The first two options are up to you. The last one couldn’t be more easy.

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Glenn Kenny

New York Times

2d

Bargatze proves himself a savvy writer and performer here; he doesn’t hog all the laugh lines for himself, but instead often plays straight man to his three daughters... It’s the girls who ultimately make this comedy sing.

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Aaron Peterson

The Hollywood Outsider

7h

5/10

The Breadwinner rarely comes together as a cohesive story, but Nate Bargatze's charm and genuine empathy help keep things entertaining in this easy-breezy family comedy

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Todd Jorgenson

Cinemalogue

14h

As Nate learns lessons about sacrifice and responsibility, moviegoers are left to endure a corny parade of labored gags and obnoxious product placement.

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Alan Ng

Film Threat

19h

6/10

Good performances all around, great production values, particularly in how the home is designed and dressed. I smiled a lot, but I barely laughed out loud.

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Cathy B.

1h

This movie is a real winner! I enjoyed it from start to finish! Not only was it funny, but it also had some real moments of reflection on what type of a parent you want to be! There were all ages watching this movie. One family brought their 3 children in matching pj's with their favorite blankets! These are the moments where families build memories that last a lifetime! Thank you, Nate Bargatze, for making a movie that all of us can enjoy!

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Betty

1h

It was a cute, funny movie. We enjoyed the after the movie take-out scenes too. Nice that the audio wasn't as eardrum piercing as Prada 2.

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Shonda

1h

One of the worst movies I’ve ever seen. Horrible acting. Not funny. Do not waste your money!

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Staci

1h

This movie was really funny. My grandson enjoyed it so much! Highly recommend

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Keith T

2h

This movie was hilarious

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Donna

2h

Absolutely delightful! Sweet, funny, enjoyable.

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Eric Appel

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Synopsis

Starring record-shattering comedian Nate Bargatze in his first feature film, The Breadwinner stars Bargatze as salesman Nate Wilcox and Mandy Moore as his wife, Katie. To Nate and their three children, Katie is the ultimate mom -- she manages their comically chaotic household with equal parts efficiency and love, and everything runs perfectly. But when Katie's household invention leads to a once-in-a-lifetime deal on Shark Tank and takes her on a prolonged business trip, Nate has to figure out how to keep the house from (literally) falling apart. He and his kids soon learn that while he may not do it like mom, he can figure out how to do it his way. Welcome to the dad era.

Director: Eric Appel
Producer: Jeremy Latcham, Nate Bargatze, Dan Lagana
Screenwriter: Nate Bargatze, Dan Lagana
Distributor: TriStar Pictures
Production Co: TriStar Pictures, Wonder Project
Rating: PG (Mild Suggestive References)
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 29, 2026, Wide
Runtime: 1h 35m