While this movie is cute, it feels a lot like Dwayne Johnson's past ventures into family films, especially The Game Plan. Just like in that film, Johnson plays a self-absorbed athlete who learns a lesson when he is faced with something he didn't expect, along with a few kids. His character initially doesn't care much about other people, then he tries to make an effort but makes a lot of mistakes, before he finally learns to embrace what's going on. It's a pretty predictable film, and pretty typical family fare.

One of the best parts of the movie, though, is its stars. Johnson is easily convincing as the jock who needs to learn a few people skills and to not be so jaded. I think family films are really his niche. Ryan Sheckler, in his acting debut, is surprisingly good as the young hot shot hockey player looking to make it to the big time. There is also the always-regal Julie Andrews as the fairy in charge, reminding us all to believe in dreams. She brings the much needed sparkle to the film. She's an actress from another era and she makes every moment she is on the screen magical. She's got undeniable charm and class. And Stephen Merchant is perfectly cast as Tracy the quirky fairy case worker. He makes you really believe in fairies and all of their social hierarchies.

Even though the script is fairly transparent and the lessons imparted by the film have been covered a million times, the performances of all of the actors make the film worth at least one view.