Sidekicks

1992·Movie
1h 41min·PG
52
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.3Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes26%48%

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Sidekicks fingerprint

High energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Hopeful

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Coming of Age8
  • Wholesome6

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy5
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life, sports, and growing up

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

A dreamer and a champion. An unbeatable team.

Asthmatic teenager Barry Gabrewski is a daydreamer. Troubled by bullying, he escapes into a fantasy world where he is the sidekick to his martial arts hero, Chuck Norris, in a series of high-octane adventures taken right out of his movies. With help from his teacher's wise old uncle, Mr. Lee, Barry learns the finer points of martial arts and enters a karate championship.
Martial ArtsTeenage EmpowermentDaydreamingKarate ChampionshipAction ComedyChuck NorrisInspirationalUnderdog StoryFamily-Friendly

Crew

Directed by:
Aaron Norris, Dean Raphael Ferrandini, Leo Zisman
Written by:
Galen Thompson, Lou Illar, Lou Illar
Produced by:
Chuck Norris, Penny Perry, Don Carmody
Composed by:
Alan Silvestri, Michael P. Cook, Dan Molina

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Sidekicks

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Sidekicks legally?

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Sidekicks is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Pluto TV, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Sidekicks worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 5.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 26%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Sidekicks rated?

PGViolence

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Sidekicks?

1 h 41 min

Sidekicks runs 1 h 41 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Sidekicks?

Critics26
Audiences51

Not quite. Audiences rate Sidekicks higher (51) than critics (26). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Sidekicks a box office hit?

Budget$8 million
Box office$17 million

Yes. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $17 million worldwide, 2.3 times its budget.

What language is Sidekicks in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Sidekicks?

28ARATAUBOBZCACHCLCOCRDEDOECES+14

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Sidekicks in 28 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Sidekicks use?

BowdlerizeHot for TeacherScenery PornDeus ex MachinaSurprisingly Realistic OutcomeBrick BreakSadist TeacherArch-EnemySelf-Insert FicDull SurpriseShout-OutPair the Sparesand 16 more

TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for Sidekicks, including Bowdlerize, Hot for Teacher, Scenery Porn.

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