Mother May I
Seen it?2024 | 87 min | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (83% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 27 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
An overprotective mother tries to discourage her son from dating a new woman. Should he listen to her or follow his heart?
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
83% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 37K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Dennis L. Reed II
- Ebony TatesAva
- Daniel Michael JohnsonShawn
- Chae StephenBill
- Tonja BrownKaren
- Deborah Lane SpencerTaelor
- Robyn RoseTracy
- Sonia Renee MillerDaisy
- Lemastor SpratlingMark
- Tina SpratlingGina
- Pam GermanClaudette