Max Keeble's Big Move
Max Keeble's Big Move

Max Keeble's Big Move

2001Movie86 minEnglish

Max Keeble, the victim of his 7th grade class, plots revenge when he learns he's moving; it backfires when he doesn't move after all.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users71%
Director: Tim HillGenres: Comedy, Family, Drama

Plot Summary

Max Keeble, a socially awkward middle schooler, endures constant bullying. When his family moves to a new town, he sees it as a chance for a fresh start and reinvents himself. However, his plans are disrupted when he learns his family is moving again, leading him to orchestrate elaborate revenge schemes against his tormentors before he leaves.

Critical Reception

Max Keeble's Big Move received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its comedic elements and Alex D. Linz's performance, while others found the plot predictable and the humor occasionally falling flat. Audiences generally found it to be an entertaining family film with a relatable premise about schoolyard dynamics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic humor and a strong lead performance.
  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and an overly simplistic message.
  • Seen as a fun, if somewhat formulaic, teen comedy.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's humor and its portrayal of relatable school experiences, with many finding it a fun watch for families. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit silly, but overall it was considered an enjoyable movie.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Tim Hill, also directed other family-friendly hits like 'Alvin and the Chipmunks' and 'SpongeBob SquarePants: The Movie'.

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r96sk

r96sk

An incoherent mess. It's clearly aimed at the kid audience so I won't hate on this too much, but even so it's a pretty sluggish watch. Alex D. Linz (Max) is alright, while a pre-<em>'Drake & Josh'</em> Josh Peck (Robe) appears, but every...