Dad's Army

| Release Date: February 5, 2016

5.9	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 22 Ratings

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CyniamFeb 5, 2016

I loved this film, not only a good tribute to the sitcom but a great comedy in general. I will admit I didn't really have that high hopes prior to viewing but afterwards I can confirm they were surpassed by far. Absolutely brilliant!!

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TrilobiteGFeb 5, 2016

Yes, it's problematic at times. The plot-line with it's twists is predictable for a war time comedy and not every laugh strikes as hard as they are sectioned out to be, but as a homage to the original series, this is charming to the maximumYes, it's problematic at times. The plot-line with it's twists is predictable for a war time comedy and not every laugh strikes as hard as they are sectioned out to be, but as a homage to the original series, this is charming to the maximum degree. Blindingly humble from all corners, this sitcom to film do does not take itself too seriously and with that comes massive respect. Good show chaps, and with an all star cast the acting makes for even more comfortable granddad styled humour. To describe it best , Dad's army is like a family recipe. Not the best of meals to any extent, but it is warm and clogs your arteries with raw British chemistry.… Expand

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EggManStudioFeb 6, 2016

Who do you think you are kidding, Mr. Viewer, if you think this movie is gonna be anything original?
At the very least, Dad's Army is a good try. It targets the original fans of Dad's Army a bit too much, and the result is that while it'sWho do you think you are kidding, Mr. Viewer, if you think this movie is gonna be anything original?
At the very least, Dad's Army is a good try. It targets the original fans of Dad's Army a bit too much, and the result is that while it's funny when it is and the acting and characters are absolutely spot-on, the comedy is fleeting and the plot is too thin and predictable to justify making a movie out of it. The beginning and ending are quite interesting save for a few odd bits, but everything in between is just pointless, predictable nonsense.

Whilst the fleeting comedy is enjoyable, the rest is bogged down in schmaltz. If you have a deep-rooted nostalgia for Dad's Army then you might like this film for the pure nostalgia value, to look up from your chintz armchair and put down your teacup to point and say "Oooh, look at him! He looks just like Arthur Lowe!" but if you're a relative newcomer like I then I suggest you give this one a miss, since not having that 30-year-old ground knowledge will take away a significant amount of the enjoyment. It falls into the trap of being dead-on for a diehard fan of the source material whilst introducing nothing new and as such being not very interesting for newcomers.

All in all, Dad's Army is a passable, predictable but still mildly entertaining old people's film with nothing really new or interesting, getting most of its appeal from its schmalziness. Unless you're a Dad's Army afficionado, in which case this is absolutely perfect for you, then my suggestion would be to get it on DVD from a charity shop in a couple of years' time and watch it after a marathon of the original series.… Expand

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ReviewScopeFeb 28, 2016

After seeing this film with negative expectations, I can safely say I was wrong. This film may be very similar to the original sitcom, but I personally had a great time! A classic style comedy, Dads Army is a really good movie!

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IvanandJanetDunFeb 5, 2016

Simply an old fashioned family movie - enjoyed by 11 year old grandson, his 39 year old father and grandparents. Plot and characters entirely suited to theme and period, technical special effects replaced by superb Yorkshire scenery. ZetaSimply an old fashioned family movie - enjoyed by 11 year old grandson, his 39 year old father and grandparents. Plot and characters entirely suited to theme and period, technical special effects replaced by superb Yorkshire scenery. Zeta Jones played a totally creditable role as a German spy, with the expected buffoonery of the Dad's Army characters. Would not be surprised if this movie does not receive top reviews from the "professional critics",as it lacked any foul language, nudity, sex scenes or gory violence, but we just wish there was more of this type of family entertainment.… Expand

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Thejudge21Feb 25, 2016

What were they thinking when they decided to try and replicate something that could never be coppied or to even get close to the magic of the old series? It must go down as one of the worst decitions ever made in the film industry. ThereWhat were they thinking when they decided to try and replicate something that could never be coppied or to even get close to the magic of the old series? It must go down as one of the worst decitions ever made in the film industry. There are talented actors in this , why they accepted parts in this abysmal project only they will know. They cant be short of money. Whatever the reason it hasnt done any of them or their career,s any good by being in this unfunny film. Some things should be left well alone.. And dads army and the great charismatic actors that made this one of the best tv series ever made is one of them .shame on you and all that made this pathetic film. One of the worst british fims ever made. Dont waste your time or money on this , go and watch the tv series.… Expand

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Voodoo123May 21, 2017

Genuinely chuckle-worthy sunday afternoon type of fare. An enjoyable nod to the original series - keeps the spirit of the characters without the cast doing impressions. Keeps a good pace for feature length plot. You'd have to be having aGenuinely chuckle-worthy sunday afternoon type of fare. An enjoyable nod to the original series - keeps the spirit of the characters without the cast doing impressions. Keeps a good pace for feature length plot. You'd have to be having a really bad day not to enjoy whats on offer here!… Expand

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NerdConsultantFeb 16, 2016

Dad's Army is a major disappointment. the cast is great and could potentially play the roles but script fails them repeatedly. there are funny jokes in there especially with Michael Gambon as Godfrey but they fall down more than they hitDad's Army is a major disappointment. the cast is great and could potentially play the roles but script fails them repeatedly. there are funny jokes in there especially with Michael Gambon as Godfrey but they fall down more than they hit home. it's climax is the point at which this no longer feels like it's source material and I just didn't entirely enjoy it but i will say it wasn't the disaster i was expecting.… Expand

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