You’ll learn to love her. Warts and all.|Oct. 21, 2005|United States | United Kingdom | France|97 Min.|PG
Genre: Comedy;Family;Fantasy
Description: Set in Victorian Britain, *Nanny McPhee* (2005) follows the story of Cedric Brown, a widowed undertaker and father of seven mischievous children: Simon, Tora, Eric, Lily, Sebastian, Chrissie, and Aggie. Overwhelmed by his responsibilities, Cedric struggles to manage his unruly household after the death of his wife. The children, known for their bad behavior, have driven away numerous nannies and enjoy tormenting their cook, Mrs. Blatherwick. The only person they show any respect to is Evangeline, the kind-hearted scullery maid.
One stormy evening, Cedric discovers references to a mysterious “Nanny McPhee” around the house. That same night, a peculiar and unattractive woman appears at their door, introducing herself as Nanny McPhee. With a blend of discipline and magic, she begins to transform the family’s chaotic lives. The children initially attempt to outsmart her, but gradually, they learn valuable lessons. With each lesson, one of Nanny McPhee’s physical imperfections mysteriously disappears.
As the children grow more responsible, they start helping their father address the family’s challenges, making Nanny McPhee’s presence less necessary. However, their troubles are far from over. Cedric’s domineering aunt, Lady Adelaide Stitch, threatens to cut off financial support unless Cedric remarries within a month. She also demands custody of one of the children, first targeting Chrissie. Evangeline steps in, volunteering to go with Adelaide, who mistakenly assumes she is one of Cedric’s daughters.
The film beautifully portrays how Nanny McPhee’s wisdom and magic bring harmony to the Brown family, teaching them lessons in responsibility, kindness, and unity.
Cast director: Kirk Jones
Cast actor: Emma Thompson, Colin Firth, Kelly Macdonald, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Eliza Bennett, Jennifer Rae Daykin, Raphael Coleman, Samuel Honywood, Holly Gibbs, Hebe Barnes
Original name: Nanny McPhee