Family Switch (2023) Movie Review

Family Switch movie: The best holiday movie for the family is one that everyone can enjoy, bringing together different generations. If not that, then at least a movie that no one dislikes. Netflix's Family Switch falls into the second category.

This body-swap comedy isn't outstanding; it's just harmless. The characters are simple, and the plot unfolds predictably, but it's sweet enough not to be bothersome. If you're just looking for something to watch during the holidays, it might be okay. [Family Switch movie]

Directed by McG, the movie follows the Walkers, an overachieving upper-middle-class family facing generational clashes. Through unexplained magic, they swap bodies just before significant events. However, Family Switch's safe and bland approach becomes evident early on.

While the body-swap premise could be interesting, the movie lacks distinctive personalities, and the humor, while occasionally amusing, doesn't leave a lasting impression. Even the talented cast struggles with one-dimensional roles.

The emotional side of Family Switch falls short, hinting at deeper issues but skimming over them for clichés about parenthood. This insistent niceness makes the movie less heartwarming than expected, and its safety as background filler means it won't spark difficult conversations or memorable moments.

In the end, Family Switch is simply safe and forgettable, with characters so flat and sweet that they might as well be gingerbread people. It's a movie that won't linger in your memory, offering a light and undemanding option for holiday viewing.