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Based on Thomas Rockwell’s novel, this is the story of a fifth grade boy who takes on a bully on the first day of the school year and accepts a dare that could change the balance of power within the class.
“How to Eat Fried Worms” brings the classic story of a boy whose bravado lands him in a difficult predicament. The film revolves around 11-year-old Billy, who inadvertently challenges the school bully on his first day at a new school. In order to save face and earn the respect of his new classmates, Billy agrees to a bet that calls for him to eat 10 worms in one day. As the pressure mounts, Billy must summon all his strength to keep his younger brother from blabbing, his weak stomach from betraying him, and his big mouth from getting him in even more trouble.
How to Eat Fried Worms (2006)
Directed by: Bob Dolman
Starring: Luke Benwald, Tom Cavanaugh, Kimberly Williams, Hallie Kate Eisenberg, Adam Hicks, Austin Rogers, Alexander Gould, Ryan Malgarini, Philip Bolden, Ty Panitz
Screenplay by: Bob Dolman
Production Design by: Caty Maxey
Cinematography by: Richard Rutkowski
Film Editing by: Janice Hampton, Frederick Wardell
Costume Design by: Kathy Kiatta
Set Decoration by: Carla Curry
Art Direction by: John Frick
Music by: Mark Mothersbaugh, Robert Mothersbaugh
MPAA Rating: PG for mild bullying and some crude humor.
Distributed by: New Line Cinema
Release Date: September 1, 2006
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