Usually, reunion movies can be corny and the actors may seem uncomfortable in reprising their roles. Not so with this movie; it was clever and made some cute references to the original show, and the actors were just as good as when the original series ran. They also looked really great! The plot was very good; I think both Maggie and Jason deserved a break after raising four children and I could see them retiring and having a leisurely life. The only thing I could'nt see was them selling their home. I am glad that they decided against leaving in the end. I liked the fact that Mike still had a little of his old self in him, but that he turned out to be a responsible parent in the end, and put his family's needs before monetary gain. I hope they run this movie again-I should have taped it, I would enjoy seeing it again.
Growing Pains: Return of the Seavers
(2004 TV Movie)
This was an excellent movie; usually reunions are not that great, this one was very good.
17 October 2004