The upcoming 2022Cheaper by the Dozenfilm, directed byGail Lerner, will be the second remake of the 1950 original film, following the 2003 version.Inspiration for this reboot and the previous films came from the 1948 novel of the same name, written by the brother and sister duoFrank Bunker Gilbreth, Jr.andErnestine Gilbreth Carey. The book detailed how they grew up in a family of twelve children. The novel initially inspired the 1950 Twentieth Century Fox film which followed the Gilbreth family and starredClifton WebbandMyrna Loyas the odd couple heading the haywire household. Fox then released the film’s remake in 2003, dropping the Gilbreth name but keeping the essence of a comedic, chaotic family.Steve MartinandBonnie Huntplayed Tom and Kate Baker, the overwhelmed parents of their twelve, undisciplined children.Now, 20th Century Studios and Walt Disney Pictures will be releasing the new and revampedCheaper by the Dozen. Drawing inspiration from the real Gilbreth family story and the two previous film adaptations, this remake looks like it maintains the family-friendly nature of the original story while adjusting the cast and characters to reflect modern times. Here’s everything we know so far.Related:Billy Porter to Direct Gabrielle Union’s Queer Teen Comedy Movie ‘To Be Real’ for Amazon Studios
Is There a Trailer for Cheaper by the Dozen?
Yes, there absolutely is. The movie’s first trailer was released in February 2022, followed by a trailer titled “Games” released on July 12, 2025. Another trailer, titled “The Bakers”, was released on March 16.
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Who Is in the Cast of Cheaper by the Dozen?
Zach Braffis Paul Baker, the patriarch of the army-sized family. Braff garnered his fame with his nine-year lead role of John “J.D.” Dorian inScrubs, the comedic medical drama that followed medical interns as they trained at the fictional Sacred Heart Hospital. Braff is also known for creating and starring inGarden State, the film whose soundtrack, which Braff selected himself, won a Grammy Award. Braff has starred inThe Ex,In Dubious Battle,andWish I Was Here, as well as voice acting forChicken LittleandOz the Great and Powerful.
Opposite of Braff isGabrielle Unionas Zoe Baker, the mother of their big, blended family. Union’s breakout role was inBring It Onas the strong captain of her cheerleading team.Deliver Us from EvaandThink Like a Manexhibit her talent in the romantic comedy sphere. Union spearheadedBeing Mary Janefor five seasons, and her work on that show resulted in an NAACP Image Award. A spinoff series from her role inBad Boys II,L.A.’s Finestran for two seasons and featured Union’s character Sydney Burnett solving crime.
Bringing both their experiences in the comedy genre, Zach Braff and Gabrielle Union already set a high bar of expectation for their work in the newCheaper by the Dozen.If their successful careers tell us anything, it’s that they’ll meet it.
Lesser-known actors take up the parts of the Baker children, but some are faces audiences might recognize.Journee Brownplays Deja Baker, one of the eldest of the ten kids, having previously acted inNight Comes Onand in two episodes ofOrange Is the New Blackas a young Janae.Kylie Rogersis Ella Baker and brings her experience as a young Beth onYellowstoneand significant roles inSpace Station 76andMiracles from Heavento the film.Aryan Simhadriworked with Disney and on various commercials before his role of Haresh Baker, and many may recognizeMykal-Michelle Harris, who plays Luna Baker, as Santamonica Johnson fromMixed-ish. ActorLuke Prael, playing Seth Baker, starred inEighth GradeandBoarding Schoolbefore his work on this reboot.Andre Robinsonis known for his voice acting, having voiced Hansel inA Tale Dark and Grimmand Niko inNiko and the Sword of Light. He will be playing DJ Baker. The remaining family cast includesCaylee Blosenski,Leo A. Perry, and brothersChristian CoteandSebastian Cote, all of whom find some of their first major roles inCheaper by the Dozen.
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What’s the Plot of Cheaper by the Dozen?
Kylie Rogers as Ella, Luke Prael as Seth, Caylee Blosenski as Harley, Sebastian Cote as Bronx, Gabrielle Union as Zoey Baker, Mykal-Michelle Harris as Luna, Christian Cote as Bailey, Aryan Simhadri as Haresh, Andre Robinson as DJ, Journee Brown as Deja, Leo Abelo Perry as Luca, and Zach Braff as Paul Baker on the set of 20th Century Studios' CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN, exclusively on Disney+. Photo courtesy of 20th Century Studios. © 2022 20th Century Studios. All Rights Reserved.
There aren’t too many details on the plot at this point. The film will focus on the Baker family’s hectic excitement and misadventures and include a family business that further busies their lives, but that’s all we know. Yet there are a few interesting differences about this adaptation that may make the remake stand out and influence the direction of the plot.
Paul and Zoe Baker have ten kids, but they are a blended family, having both been previously married. Additionally, with only ten kids, the parents are counted in the titular “dozen”. In this remake, the parents are a multiracial couple with a diverse group of children.
Here’s how Disney+ describes the movie:
A Disney+ Original movie, “Cheaper by the Dozen” is a fresh take on the 2003 hit family comedy. It is the story of the raucous exploits of a blended family of 12, the Bakers, as they navigate a hectic home life while simultaneously managing their family business.
Is Cheaper by the Dozena Sequel?
The 2022Cheaper by the Dozenis not a sequel to any previousCheaper by the Dozenfilms. It is a reboot and entirely its own story. 2003’sCheaper by the Dozendoes have a 2005 sequel,Cheaper by the Dozen 2.
More Family-Friendly Remakes to Watch Out For
Warner Bros. is currently working on the second remakeof the 1950 classic,Father of the Bride, which will feature a Latinx family. Steve Martin, who starred in the 2003Cheaper by the Dozen, was also the lead in the 1991 remake ofFather of the Bride.Andy Garciais set to take over Martin’s role.
Another family favorite,Matilda, is seeing a reboot on Netflix. The musical remake will featureEmma Thompsonas the villainous teacher andLashana Lynchas Miss Honey. Irish child actressAlisha Weirwill play the protagonist Matilda.
Return to Disney+ in late 2022 for the live-action remake,Pinocchio, directed byRobert Zemeckis. The film, starringTom Hanksas Gepetto andCynthia Erivoas the Blue Fairy, will be released solely on Disney+. Child actorBenjamin Evan Ainsworthwill take the lead as the puppet who yearns for boyhood.
