Yes Day (2021)

5.7PG86 minDirector: Miguel Arteta

2021 family comedy film

Yes Day is a 2021 American family comedy film directed by Miguel Arteta, from a screenplay and screen story by Justin Malen, based upon the children's book of the same name by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld. It stars Jennifer Garner, Édgar Ramírez, and Jenna Ortega.

The movie was released on March 12, 2021 on Netflix. It received mixed reviews from critics, who praised the acting (particularly that of Ortega) but criticized its writing and humor. At the 2021 Imagen Awards, Ortega was nominated for Best Actress in a Feature Film. A sequel is in development.

Plot summary adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

FAQ

What is Yes Day about?
Yes Day (2021) — A mom and dad who usually say no decide to say yes to their kids' wildest requests with a few ground rules on a whirlwind day of fun and adventure.
Is Yes Day based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Yes Day scary?
Content rating: PG. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.