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Down and Derby

2005Movie1 h 30 minPG

36
WeakGoodWatch score
36
WeakGoodWatch score

Summary

A local Pinewood Derby competition transforms an average group of dads into overzealous rivals desperate to build the winning car. As egos swell, the kids are lucky if they get to pick the paint color. While the dads are busy with outlandish gimmicks and sabotage, the underestimated scouts pull together and discover the true meaning of sportsmanship.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Party vibe

Skip it if

  • You want dark or edgy material

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Directed by
Eric Hendershot
Written by
Eric Hendershot

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Facts

April 15, 2005 · 1 h 30 min · PG

Released
April 15, 2005
Runtime
1 h 30 min
Age rating
PG
Genres
Comedy, Family
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
44 countries

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Questions about Down and Derby

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Down and Derby worth watching?

36
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36 (IMDb 5.6, Rotten Tomatoes 19%, and Metacritic 45). Audiences rate it higher (53 out of 100) than critics (32).

Is Down and Derby okay for kids?

PG

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will Down and Derby make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly slapstick (9 of 10) and situational comedy (8 of 10).

Can I half-watch Down and Derby?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.