Thomas Rockwell's classic children's novel is adapted to the big screen in this delightful, touching adventure. Billy (charming newcomer Luke Benward, BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE) has just moved with his parents and little brother, Woody (Ty Panitz) to a new town, and the first day of school does not go well for him. He gets on the .. Read more
| Starring | Timothy Patrick Cavanaugh, Kimberly Williams, Tom Cavanagh, Hallie Kate Eisenberg |
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| Director | Bob Dolman |
| Genres | Comedy, Family |
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Thomas Rockwell's classic children's novel is adapted to the big screen in this delightful, touching adventure. Billy (charming newcomer Luke Benward, BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE) has just moved with his parents and little brother, Woody (Ty Panitz) to a new town, and the first day of school does not go well for him. He gets on the wrong side of school bully Joe (Adam Hicks), and when he fights back--something none of the other kids have ever had the courage to do--he ends up accepting a dare to eat 10 worms in the course of one day. As Joe and his gang strive to cook up ever more revolting recipes, Billy gradually wins the respect of his peers, and gains courage in his own abilities too. He befriends Erika (Hallie Kate Eisenberg) and becomes the champion of the underdog, dispelling the myth of Joe's power and unexpectedly having a blast along the way. The film is spot-on in its depiction of a kid's universe, complete with peer pressure, the mild threat of adult intervention, and the occasional flight of fancy, such as the witch the boys encounter by the river. Billy's relationship with his pesky little brother is hilarious and something almost any kid can relate to, and his dad (Thomas Cavanagh, SCRUBS) provides an entertaining subplot that shows how some things don't change, no matter what age you are.
| Starring | Timothy Patrick Cavanaugh, Kimberly Williams, Tom Cavanagh, Hallie Kate Eisenberg, James Rebhorn, Clint Howard |
|---|---|
| Director | Bob Dolman |
| Studio | ENTERTAINMENT IN VIDEO |
| Run time | DVD: 1 hr 20 mins |
| Certificate | |
| Genres | Comedy, Family |
| Language | DVD: English |
| Released | Production year: 2006 To Rent: DVD: 26 Feb 2007 |
12 out of 13 people found this review helpful
Wonderful family fun
Wow what a joy to seea funny clever childs film this was fabulous it had wit romnace well sort of , tackles bullying in a thought provoking way, it was a joy to... read more »
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1 out of 1 person found this review helpful
How to Eat Fried Worms
Hugely enjoyable family film. Although a bit dated it still held our attention and gave us lots of laughs your children will love the storyline and content ... read more »
1 out of 1 person found this review helpful
Great for Kids
Great childrens' / family movie!
very very funny
my daughter made me watch this but i am so glad she did it was just so funny , really good -watch it and it will make u smile!
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