Look Who's Talking facts for kids
Look Who's Talking is a super funny comedy from 1989. It's all about a baby named Mikey who can "talk," but only the audience gets to hear his hilarious thoughts! The main characters are played by John Travolta and Kirstie Alley. Bruce Willis is the voice of baby Mikey, making him even funnier. This movie was so popular that it had two sequels: Look Who's Talking Too (1990) and Look Who's Talking Now (1993).
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What is Look Who's Talking About?
The story starts with a woman named Mollie (played by Kirstie Alley). She is a single mom who has just had her baby, Mikey. Mikey is a very special baby because he has a grown-up voice in his head, and he comments on everything happening around him.
Mollie is looking for a good dad for Mikey. She meets different men, but Mikey always has something funny to say about them. He often points out their flaws or how they are not right for his mom.
Meet the Main Characters
Mollie Jensen
Mollie is Mikey's mom. She is an accountant, which means she works with numbers and money. She is kind and wants the best for her son. Mollie is trying to find love and a stable family life for Mikey.
James Ubriacco
James (played by John Travolta) is a taxi driver. He helps Mollie when she is having Mikey. James is a very nice and caring person. He quickly becomes friends with Mollie and Mikey. Mikey seems to like James a lot, which is a good sign!
Mikey
Mikey is the baby with the secret voice. His thoughts are voiced by Bruce Willis. Mikey's inner thoughts are the funniest part of the movie. He gives his opinions on everything, from his mom's dates to what he thinks about his toys. He's a very smart and observant baby, even if no one can hear him.
Why is This Movie So Popular?
Look Who's Talking became a big hit because it was very original and funny. The idea of a baby talking with a grown-up voice was new and exciting. People loved hearing Mikey's thoughts, which were often sarcastic and wise beyond his years.
The movie also has a heartwarming story about family and finding love. It shows how a single mom tries her best to raise her child and find happiness. The chemistry between John Travolta and Kirstie Alley also made the movie special.
Movie Release Dates
The movie first came out in the United States on October 13, 1989. After that, it was released in many other countries around the world throughout 1990. People everywhere enjoyed this unique comedy.
Sequels to the Movie
Because the first movie was so popular, two more movies were made:
- Look Who's Talking Too (1990): In this movie, Mikey gets a baby sister named Julie, who also has a voice in her head (voiced by Roseanne Barr).
- Look Who's Talking Now (1993): This time, the family gets two talking dogs!
See also
In Spanish: Mira quién habla para niños
