On its surface,The Mitchells vs.
In a departure from his usual brash roles, dad of twoDanny McBridevoices the gruff but lovable patriarch.
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When Mike shared the artwork, the style of it, I thought it was so cool.
The movie is centered on technology and the role it plays in our everyday lives.
You know, it’s something that we constantly talk about.
It’s not something we should keep them from.
Sometimes I wonder if that’s what tech is gonna be for this generation.
I won’t spoil this part for readers, but there’s a hilarious bit with a screwdriver.
What’s the worst anniversary gift you’ve ever given Gia?
My wife and I will do a lot of anti-things.
When we first started dating, on Valentine’s Day we would just go opposite.
We wouldn’t want to have a big fancy dinner or buy expensive stuff.
Rick and Katie’s theme song is T.I.
and Rihanna’s “Live Your Life.”
Do you have any special songs with your children?
Like all kids, Katie gets embarrassed by her dad.
What would yours say is the most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done?
I’m sure it’ll be all the movies I’ve been in.
[Laughs] They just don’t realize it yet.
A version of this story appears in the May issue ofEntertainment Weekly, on newsstands now and availablehere.
