Tooth Fairy – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Tooth Fairy

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movie2010

38%

WISE Score

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The Rock in a tutu learning life lessons—it's exactly as uninspired as it sounds, and the 17% Rotten Tomatoes score doesn't lie.

17%

5.5

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Tooth Fairy

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2010

38%

WISE Score

Avg. Tomatometer

The Rock in a tutu learning life lessons—it's exactly as uninspired as it sounds, and the 17% Rotten Tomatoes score doesn't lie.

17%

5.5

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Screenwise Verdict

Look, this is the kind of movie that gets greenlit because The Rock needs to pay for another mansion. It's not offensively bad, but it's aggressively forgettable—a 17% on Rotten Tomatoes tells you everything.

The premise (tough guy becomes tooth fairy) could've been charming, but the execution is lazy. Predictable jokes, tired physical comedy, and a message about believing in dreams that's delivered with all the subtlety of a hockey stick to the face. Your 7-year-old might giggle at the tutu gags, but you'll be mentally planning grocery lists.

It's safe, it's wholesome-ish, but it's also just... there. If your kid is obsessed with The Rock or tooth fairies and you've exhausted better options, fine. But there are dozens of family films from this era that do the same thing with actual creativity. This is rental-only, rainy-Sunday, 'I guess this is fine' territory.

The WISE score reflects reality: it won't hurt anyone, but it won't inspire anyone either. It's cinematic beige.

Age Fit

Best for ages 6-9 who are still enchanted by tooth fairy mythology and can handle mild sports violence. Older kids will find it babyish and boring, while younger ones might be confused by the cynical opening act. This won't hold adult attention at all.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

The film models a redemption arc where a cynical character learns to believe in dreams again and encourages a child's aspirations. The tone is family-friendly with themes of kindness and supporting others. However, the protagonist starts as a dream-crusher who literally tells a kid to give up, and the hockey violence (knocking out teeth) is played for laughs, which sends mixed messages. Pacing is fairly standard for 2010 family comedies.

Imaginative

The concept of a tough hockey player forced to become a tooth fairy has some whimsical potential, and the fairy world setting offers fantasy elements. However, this is a paint-by-numbers fish-out-of-water comedy with predictable beats and no real creative spark. It doesn't invite exploration or creative thinking—it's a formulaic studio comedy that takes zero risks. The 'imaginative' premise is squandered on tired gags.

Safe

Rated appropriate for age 7+ by Common Sense Media. No gore, nudity, or sex. The hockey violence is cartoonish (knocking out teeth) rather than graphic. Some mild language and rude humor typical of Dwayne Johnson comedies from this era, but nothing shocking or traumatic. The divorce/relationship subplot and cynicism might be mildly heavy for very young viewers but isn't handled in a scary way. No unexpected content that would blindside parents.

Enriching

The central message about believing in yourself and not crushing others' dreams has some value, and the redemption arc shows personal growth. However, the execution is shallow and preachy. There's minimal cognitive challenge, no real skill-building, and the emotional beats are telegraphed from miles away. It's mildly entertaining for young kids but offers little lasting insight or meaningful takeaway beyond 'don't be mean to kids.' The hockey subplot about rekindling dreams is underdeveloped.

Parent Info

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Why It Might Be Great

Dwayne Johnson has natural charisma that can entertain young kids even in mediocre material
The 'believe in your dreams' message is wholesome, if heavy-handed
Bright, colorful fairy world sequences will hold attention for the 6-8 crowd
Safe, predictable comedy that won't surprise you with inappropriate content
Billy Crystal and Julie Andrews show up in small roles, adding some veteran charm

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What to Watch For

This is aggressively mediocre—your kid might enjoy it once, but you'll be checking your phone
Cartoonish hockey violence (tooth-knocking) played for laughs throughout
The protagonist starts as genuinely mean to a child, which might confuse younger viewers about the 'hero'
Dated 2010 comedy style with obvious jokes and pratfalls that feel stale 15 years later
At 101 minutes, it drags—feels longer than it should

Conversation Starters

"Derek was pretty mean at the beginning. Why do you think he changed his mind about dreams?"
"Have you ever had someone tell you that you couldn't do something? How did that feel?"
"What would you do if you had fairy powers for a week?"
"Do you think it's okay to lie to kids about things like the tooth fairy, or is it better to be honest?"

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