Shared Interests: 5/5
Daniel is a lot of fun. As is the case for several of Robin Williams films he is basically playing a version of himself. And that isn’t a bad thing because who wouldn’t want Robin Williams as a dad? He does can do silly voices, doesn’t mind playing dress-up, and because he is a voice actor you could brag to your friends whenever his voice showed up in a commercial or cartoon. He eventually ends up with his own kid’s show that becomes a nationwide hit. So if anybody understands what kids like it is Daniel Hillard.
Dad Jokes: 4/5
Most of Daniel’s joking comes from his time as Mrs. Doubtfire. The kindly, British nanny, has a dry wit and a bit of a potty mouth. While he does make some killer jokes. Most of them are oriented toward adults. For example.
This joke is a bit higher-minded than the typical dad joke which tends to be so simple it is stupid. He (or she) also dips into inappropriate jokes. This is typical dad fare but these specific jokes might be a bit much for kids. The jackhammer joke anyone?
Protection: 3/5
On this site, we have reviewed Monsters, Sith Lords, Mandalorians, mountain men, and a host of other tough dads. So in comparison, Daniel seems pretty weak. He is just a normal dad. I have no doubt that he loves his kids and would do anything to protect them. But he doesn't have force powers or a lightsaber. He doesn’t even have survival skills. I know I have been harping on the guy but I’m not gonna punish him here for just being a regular dude. So he still gets the middle score of three points.
Hug: 5/5
Daniel is a hugger. Both as Mrs. Doubtfire and himself he loves his kids and isn’t afraid to express it. He gets a perfect score.
Wisdom: 4/5
Before taking up the role of Mrs. Doubtfire, Daniel is a bit of an immature idiot. He quits his job on a whim and lets his kids get away with too much. But with his physical transformation, he goes through an emotional transformation as well. He becomes a better person and a better dad. This can be seen in the final scene of the movie when Mrs. Doubtfire gives advice to a girl whose parents have recently gone through a divorce.