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Can of Worms

1999Movie1 h 24 minPG

ComedyFamily
45
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb4.8Rotten Tomatoes–41%
45
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb4.8Rotten Tomatoes–41%

Summary

A teen is visited by aliens after he broadcasts a message into space.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Kids
  • Teens

Where to watch

Fingerprint

Not for laughs.

Movies with

Cast

18 of 18

Crew

Directed by
Paul Schneider
Written by
Kathy Mackel
Produced by
Gerald T. Olson
Music by
Mark Mothersbaugh

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

April 10, 1999 · 1 h 24 min · PG

Released
April 10, 1999
Runtime
1 h 24 min
Age rating
PG
Genres
Comedy, Family, Science Fiction, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
Canada, United States
Available in
35 countries

Tropes

Alien Animals, Alien Non-Interference Clause, Bully Turned Buddy +7

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Can of Worms?"

Questions about Can of Worms

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Can of Worms?

Disney+fuboTVDisneyNOW

In the United States, Can of Worms streams on Disney+, fuboTV, and DisneyNOW. You can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. It also streams in 34 other countries.

Is Can of Worms worth watching?

45
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45 (IMDb 4.8).

Is Can of Worms okay for kids?

PG

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

Will Can of Worms make me laugh?

Serious

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 0 of 4.

Can I half-watch Can of Worms?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.