Sky High
Sky High

Sky High

2005Movie99 minEnglish

Set in a world where superheroes are commonly known and accepted, young Will Stronghold, the son of the Commander and Jetstream, tries to find a balance between being a normal teenager and an extraordinary being.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users79%
Director: Mike MitchellGenres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In a world where superheroes are commonplace, the children of the most famous heroes attend Sky High, a high school dedicated to training them to use their powers. Will Stronghold, the son of the legendary Commander and Jetstream, discovers he has no superpowers of his own. He must navigate freshman year as a 'Sidekick' while uncovering a plot that threatens the school and could expose the secrets of his parents' heroic past.

Critical Reception

Sky High was generally well-received by critics and audiences alike, praised for its creative premise, humor, and heartfelt message about self-acceptance. It was particularly lauded as a refreshing and family-friendly take on the superhero genre, appealing to both younger viewers and adults.

What Reviewers Say

  • A fun and inventive superhero movie that appeals to families.
  • Cleverly subverts superhero tropes with humor and charm.
  • A heartwarming story about finding your place and embracing who you are.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed Sky High, appreciating its unique premise, witty dialogue, and positive themes. Many highlighted its appeal to all ages, with praise for its humor and the satisfying character arcs.

Fun Fact

The design of the school itself is inspired by the classic comic book aesthetic, with many of its architectural elements resembling panels from a comic book.

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r96sk

r96sk

A decent superhero comedy from Disney. <em>'Sky High'</em> sets up a little iffy, with a few cringey moments early, but goes on to produce a suitably entertaining film. Kurt Russell gives the only performance that I'll likely remember, b...
Kamurai

Kamurai

Great watch, will watch again, and can recommend. This is one of the best superhero movies outside of DC and Marvel movies. Not only does it use the silly costumes that I like from comics, but it incorporates it as part of normal life: ...