Slappy and the Stinkers
Slappy and the Stinkers

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Slappy and the Stinkers

1998
Movie
78 min
English

Five 2nd-grade kids who don't follow strict rules by their school principal Brinway are dubbed "Stinkers" by him. On the class visit to an aquarium the Stinkers decide that a sea lion called Slappy doesn't feel too good there, "free" him, and plant him into Brinway's hot-tub.

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IMDb4.9/10
Director: B.J. DavisGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A group of young outcasts, known as the "Stinkers," discover a hidden treasure map at their boarding school. They team up with a talking parrot named Slappy to embark on an adventure to find the buried riches. However, their quest is complicated by a pair of greedy villains who also want the treasure for themselves.

Critical Reception

Slappy and the Stinkers received largely negative reviews from critics, who found the film to be a predictable and uninspired family comedy. Audiences, however, showed a slightly more favorable response, appreciating its lighthearted tone and the presence of talking animals, though it was not a major box office success.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on slapstick humor and a predictable plot.

  • The talking parrot character is the main source of amusement, though often grating.

  • A generic children's film lacking originality or memorable moments.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Slappy and the Stinkers are scarce. Those available suggest a mixed reception, with some viewers finding it an acceptable, if forgettable, family film for younger children due to its silly premise and talking animal element. Others found it to be poorly executed and lacking in substantial entertainment value.

Fun Fact

Although Scarlett Johansson plays a prominent role in the film, she was reportedly unhappy with the final product and her involvement in it.

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