Underdog Kids
Underdog Kids

Underdog Kids

2015Movie94 minEnglish

Inner city kids from a poor neighborhood go up against the undefeated Beverly Hills Junior National Karate Team.

Read Reviews

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Google Users49%
Director: Clay G. SmallGenres: Comedy, Family, Sport

Plot Summary

A young boy named Jimmy is stuck in a foster home and dreams of becoming a great martial arts champion. He gets a chance to prove himself when his team is invited to a prestigious tournament, but they face a rival team with superior funding and training. Jimmy must rally his underdog teammates to overcome their disadvantages and fight for their dreams.

Critical Reception

Underdog Kids received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its humor predictable and its plot uninspired. While some appreciated its lighthearted family-friendly approach, the majority felt it lacked originality and relied on tired sports movie tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies on predictable plot points and uninspired humor.
  • Lacks originality and falls into common sports movie clichés.
  • A somewhat well-intentioned but ultimately forgettable family film.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many finding the film to be a bland and unengaging family movie. Some viewers appreciated the effort to create an uplifting story, but the majority felt it was too formulaic and failed to stand out.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Atlanta, Georgia.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review