Monday Morning Maybe

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Poster for Father of Invention

Father of Invention

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2010 | 93 min | Comedy, Drama

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With just 0% on Rotten Tomatoes, a lukewarm 5.4 out of 10 from audiences and soft box office, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh. Audiences love it more than critics do: a crowd-pleaser first.
The mood
Funny with heart.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 33 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.
  • Critics were cooler on it than audiences.

Nearly a decade after a faulty product landed him in prison, an arrogant inventor is determined to restore his reputation and rebuild his fortune. But first, he has to convince his estranged daughter that he's worthy of a second chance.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsWeak

    0% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesBelow par

    5.4 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • 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 16K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing

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Cast & crew

Directed by Trent Cooper

  • Kevin SpaceyRobert Axle
  • Camilla BelleClaire Axle
  • Heather GrahamPhoebe
  • Virginia MadsenLorraine
  • John StamosSteven Leslie
  • Johnny KnoxvilleTroy Coangelo
  • Michael RosenbaumEddie
  • Mary CobbSheila
  • Christine QuinnLisa
  • Anna SchaferDonna