A sweet-natured Temp Agency operator and amateur Presidential look-alike is recruited by the Secret Service to become a temporary stand-in for the President of the United States.
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 2 wins & 6 nominations total
Top Critics Reviews
fresh:
Though replete with amusing situations and clever lines, its strongest suit is the delicately pitched comic performances of its actors, most especially star Kevin Kline.
– Kenneth Turan,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Aug 2013
fresh:
Kline is so polished and resourceful that he can glide his way through even the creakiest bits and make them seem fresh.
– Jay Boyar,
Orlando Sentinel,
2 Aug 2013
fresh:
While it's sloppy and draggy in parts, Kevin Kline, in the title role, delivers an ingratiating comedic performance.
– Steven Rea,
Philadelphia Inquirer,
2 Aug 2013
fresh:
It's impossible to say whether Dave will play as wonderfully over the decades as it does right now, but this smooth-as-silk comedy could not be more timely, or connect more hopefully with our current national consciousness.
– Jeff Shannon,
Seattle Times,
2 Aug 2013
fresh:
A genial, expertly played political comedy proves that the spirit of Mr. Smith still lives.