Seventeen Again

Seventeen Again

Year: 2000

Runtime: 97 mins

Language: English

Director: Jeffrey W. Byrd

DramaFantasyTV MovieComedyFamily

Divorced for years, Cat and Gene each visit their son and grandchildren, Sydney and Willie. Brilliant teen Willie invents a rejuvenation formula that accidentally contaminates the soap he leaves in his grandparents’ bathroom. After using it, Cat and Gene are both transformed back to 17‑year‑olds. Willie must devise a cure, but the pair may prefer staying young.

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Trace every key event in Seventeen Again (2000) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Family moves to Connecticut

The Donovan family relocates from California to Connecticut, starting a new chapter in their lives. Sydney struggles with leaving old friends and adjusting to her father Barry's new marriage after her mother passed away. The move sets the stage for evolving family dynamics.

Donovan home, Connecticut
2

Sydney starts a new life and finds a crush

At her new school and in a new job, Sydney encounters Todd, a classmate she develops a crush on. Ashley, Todd's sister, dislikes her and criticizes her at every turn. The bullying adds to Sydney's sense of being an outsider in the new town.

New town in Connecticut; Sydney's school and workplace
3

Willie labs and dreams of defeating aging

Willie, a 12-year-old genius, tinkers in his home lab and dreams of beating aging. His father forbids further experiments until he learns responsibility. The family tensions rise as Willie's obsession grows.

Willie's home lab
4

Accidental spill on soap

In a lab accident, Willie spills some of his anti-aging formula on a box of soap. The mishap goes unaddressed as the family carries on with their routines. This set of events becomes the catalyst for the later transformations.

Willie's lab / soap box
5

Grandmother Cat and Gene become teens

Cat uses the tainted soap and is transformed into a 17-year-old, and her ex-husband Gene undergoes the same reversal. They relive their youth and explore new possibilities while their real ages remain unchanged. The transformation carries serious implications for the family.

Donovan home
6

Youthful romance and looming danger

As teenagers, Cat and Gene enjoy their second shot at romance, but Willie realizes the formula may have deadly side effects. He understands there must be an antidote to restore them to their older, healthier selves.

Donovan home
7

Sydney and Cat connect over homesickness

In Sydney's room, Cat and Sydney share a heartfelt talk. Sydney admits she misses California and her old friends, while Cat opens up about her past with Ashley. The moment deepens their bond and mutual understanding.

Sydney's room
8

Gene plans to reconcile at the dance

Gene, having reflected on his life, decides to attend the school dance with Ashley as a gesture to reconcile with Cat. He hopes to mend their broken relationship and move forward together.

School dance
9

Dance night brings reconciliation and peril

At the dance, Gene and Cat share a dance and begin to reconcile their relationship. Cat suddenly faints from the side effects of the transformation, creating a tense moment for everyone.

School gym
10

Antidote pursuit and a showdown with Ashley

Willie arrives with the antidote while Gene carries Cat toward the pool for safety. Ashley, furious at losing Gene to Cat, tries to intervene, but Sydney stands up to her and punches her in defense.

School pool area
11

Antidote used; ages restored

Willie tosses the antidote into the pool, and Gene and Cat dive in to complete the transformation back to their true ages. The family relishes the restored balance and the budding reconciliation between Cat and Gene.

School pool
12

Parents return; wedding plans begin

Barry and Monique return home to a stunned but happy scene as Cat and Gene recommit to each other. The couple discusses marriage again, while the family starts planning and supporting future moments together.

Donovan home
13

Final danger: the still-present soap

A call reveals that Barry is still near the dangerous soap in the shower, threatening a relapse. Sydney and Willie race to stop him before anyone else is affected, ensuring that the family remains safe and the moment of reform is preserved.

Donovan home; Barry's shower

Last Updated: October 09, 2025 at 16:38

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