Kicking & Screaming

Name: Kicking & Screaming
Genre: Sport, Comedy, Family
Released: May 13, 2005
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 45
Cast: Josh Hutcherson, Robert Duvall, Will Ferrell

2005

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Mixed or average reviews based on 33 Critic Reviews

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Universal Pictures | Release Date: May 13, 2005 | PG

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, Robert Duvall, Will Ferrell

Summary: Welcome to that cutthroat, hyper-competitive, do-or-die sport of...little league soccer, a world where kids and their victory-crazed suburban parents find themselves on a high-stakes collision course-all in the name of good, clean, athletic fun. (Universal)

Director: Jesse Dylan

Genre(s): Sport, Comedy, Family

Rating: PG

Runtime: 95 min

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Lawrence Toppman

Ferrell's ideally suited to man-boy characters, and that's what Phil Weston is in "Kicking." Read full review

Scott Foundas

An immensely likable, funny comedy that finds a novel approach to that familiar combo of kids and sports. Read full review

Robert K. Elder

It's Ferrell who is the vehicle, a mow-you-down comic engine, and everyone else is just along for the ride in this marginally effective, starkly unoriginal family comedy. Read full review

Keith Phipps

A sweet, inoffensive, achingly laughless comedy. Read full review

Michael O'Sullivan

It's not brilliant by any means, but bright enough to light up an overly familiar feel-good story. Read full review

Joe Morgenstern

This is little more than a big-budget sitcom, with a guest appearance by Mike Ditka, who plays an unfunny version of himself as Phil's assistant coach.

Ann Hornaday

If its made-for-TV sensibility explains its chaotically blobby shooting style, it doesn't clarify a plot so painfully padded that it looks for laughs in strange digressive asides regarding bratwurst and coffee. Read full review

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Apr 18, 2023

This is a charming sports comedy that's sure to tickle your funny bone. Will Ferrell delivers yet another standout performance as the bumbling soccer coach who must lead a team of kids to victory. Director Jesse Dylan infuses the film with a light-hearted tone that never takes itself tooThis is a charming sports comedy that's sure to tickle your funny bone. Will Ferrell delivers yet another standout performance as the bumbling soccer coach who must lead a team of kids to victory. Director Jesse Dylan infuses the film with a light-hearted tone that never takes itself too seriously, making it a perfect movie for a family night in. While the story may not break any new ground, the film's heartwarming moments and Ferrell's comic timing make it a must-see for fans of the genre. Overall, Kicking and Screaming is an enjoyable and feel-good movie that's perfect for a relaxing evening.… Expand

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KenyaR.

Jun 19, 2006

i loved the movie. will farrel was very cool. and the 2 soccer players from italy are really hott.

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CarolB

Nov 16, 2005

It was soooo awesome and hilarious!!!!!!!! I don't play or do much soccer at all. I don't even know the rules but, this movie had me laughing from beginning to end. They chose fairly good actors and actresses, especially Will Farrell and Francesco Liotti. I had never heard of him It was soooo awesome and hilarious!!!!!!!! I don't play or do much soccer at all. I don't even know the rules but, this movie had me laughing from beginning to end. They chose fairly good actors and actresses, especially Will Farrell and Francesco Liotti. I had never heard of him before but, he is a good actor(and he's a hottie). I sure plan on buying it when it comes out on DVD. The 2 italian boys definitly gave a little KICK to the movie and Will Farrell is a hilarious actor so he helped make this movie a GREAT one too. Just remember "meat comes first!!!!!"… Expand

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LauraS.

Aug 21, 2006

I think this movie is so great because Francesco Liotti is in it. I could die for him. He is the best actor in the entire movie.

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KristaB.

Nov 17, 2005

It's a great movie, its hilarious and the soccer games were great i just wish there were more girls staring in the movie besides that i think its a great movie(plus Francesco Liotti is kinda good-looking).

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Movie1997

Apr 20, 2013

This movie takes me back when I was a kid. It's a stupid, whacky soccer movie that's surprisingly hilarious. Like any other Will Ferrel movie it's a typical Will Ferrel screw-ball comedy. The movie is stupid at times, but it still keeps you laughing, like the "Juice Box" scene. But it's notThis movie takes me back when I was a kid. It's a stupid, whacky soccer movie that's surprisingly hilarious. Like any other Will Ferrel movie it's a typical Will Ferrel screw-ball comedy. The movie is stupid at times, but it still keeps you laughing, like the "Juice Box" scene. But it's not as good as Ferrel's other movies like Anchorman and Talledega Nights. As far as the story goes, it's still just a broad, typical sports story, but done "Will Ferrel" style. Overall, it's a stupid soccer movie, but with some fun, hilarious moments.… Expand

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joef123

Jun 19, 2014

Only a couple of laughs. (only chuckles though). I didn't go into the film with really high hopes, but I had no idea I would be this disappointed. Don't see

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