The film follows Derek Thompson (played by Dwayne Johnson), a rugged and cynical minor-league hockey player known as the “Tooth Fairy” for his aggressive style of play that often results in knocking out his opponents’ teeth. Derek is a single man who lacks ambition and dismisses the importance of dreams and imagination, much to the disappointment of his girlfriend, Carly (played by Ashley Judd), and her daughter, Tess (played by Destiny Whitlock).
One night, after telling Tess that there’s no such thing as the tooth fairy, Derek is magically summoned to the realm of the real tooth fairies by Lily (played by Julie Andrews), the head fairy. Lily, along with her assistants Tracy (played by Stephen Merchant) and Jerry (played by Billy Crystal), inform Derek that he has been sentenced to serve as a tooth fairy for two weeks as punishment for crushing the dreams of children.
Reluctantly, Derek accepts his new role and begins his training as a tooth fairy under the supervision of Tracy and Jerry, who provide him with magical tools and teach him the rules of the tooth fairy world. Despite his initial skepticism and clumsiness, Derek gradually embraces his duties and starts to understand the importance of spreading joy and inspiring dreams.
As Derek carries out his tooth fairy duties, he forms a bond with Tess and begins to see the world through her eyes. He learns valuable lessons about the power of imagination, the importance of believing in oneself, and the impact of small acts of kindness.
However, Derek’s newfound sense of purpose is put to the test when he faces challenges and setbacks, including encounters with his former hockey teammates and struggles to balance his responsibilities as a tooth fairy with his hockey career.
In the climax of the film, Derek must confront his own insecurities and fears as he races against time to complete his final assignment and save the dreams of a young boy named Randy (played by Chase Ellison). With the help of his friends and his newfound belief in himself, Derek successfully fulfills his mission and earns his wings as a fully-fledged tooth fairy.
In the end, Derek returns to the human world with a newfound appreciation for the magic of childhood and a renewed sense of purpose. He reconciles with Carly and Tess, promising to support them in pursuing their dreams, and embraces his role as a positive influence in their lives.
“Tooth Fairy” is a heartwarming and humorous film that celebrates the power of imagination, the importance of believing in oneself, and the magic of childhood. With its endearing characters, whimsical storyline, and uplifting message, it offers audiences a delightful and entertaining cinematic experience suitable for the whole family.