Mr. Church (2016)

Synopsis

A unique friendship develops when a little girl and her dying mother inherit a cook - Mr. Church. What begins as an arrangement that should only last six months, instead spans fifteen years.

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Cast

• Eddie Murphy as Henry Church
• Britt Robertson as Charlotte 'Charlie' Brooks
• Natascha McElhone as Marie Brooks
• Xavier Samuel as Owen
• Lucy Fry as Poppy
• Christian Madsen as Eddie Larson
• Mckenna Grace as Izzy
• Natalie Coughlin as Young Charlie
• Madison Wolfe as Young Poppy
• Lincoln Melcher as Young Owen

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• Dead Poets Society
• Deep Impact
• A Real Pain
• Rental Family
• The Tree of Life
• The Thin Red Line
• The Karate Kid Part II
• The Shack

BingeNext's take

If you’re in the mood for a heartfelt drama that quietly explores the bonds that form in unexpected ways, Mr. Church is a great pick. Eddie Murphy steps away from his usual roles to play a cook who becomes much more than just a helper to a little girl and her mother, whose time is sadly limited. What starts as a short-term arrangement stretches into a touching fifteen-year friendship, showing how people can become family in the most surprising circumstances. The film has a gentle pace and a warm, emotional core that feels like sitting down with an old friend and sharing stories about life’s ups and downs. It’s perfect for anyone who appreciates character-driven stories that focus on connection and resilience without needing big action or flashy effects. At just under two hours, it’s an easy watch that leaves you thinking about kindness and loyalty long after the credits roll.