Time Kid
Time Kid

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Time Kid

2003
Movie
74 min
English

An adaptation of H.G Well's Time Machine for Nickleodon. Tom's scientist father, overwhelmed with grief over the loss of his wife, invents a time machine. He attempts to go in to the future to find a cure that he can take back in time to his wife, so that she might live. He never comes back, only his time machine. So Tom goes into the future to rescue his dad.

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IMDb5.1/10
Google Users55%
Director: David S. WilsonGenres: Family, Comedy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A shy, nerdy teenager named Billy discovers a time machine in his basement, built by his eccentric scientist father. He uses it to travel back in time to impress the girl of his dreams, but soon finds himself caught in a series of increasingly chaotic and dangerous situations as he tries to navigate the past and return to his own time.

Critical Reception

Time Kid received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and uneven tone. While some appreciated its family-friendly intentions and a few comedic moments, the film was generally seen as a forgettable entry in the time-travel genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a predictable storyline that borrows heavily from other time-travel comedies.

  • While aiming for humor, many of the jokes fall flat, contributing to an overall lack of comedic impact.

  • Performances are generally adequate but can't elevate the material beyond its B-movie roots.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while 'Time Kid' is a harmless family film, it lacks originality and memorable moments. Many found the plot predictable and the humor uninspired, though some younger viewers might find it mildly entertaining.

Fun Fact

The film's director, David S. Wilson, is also known for directing the critically acclaimed music video for Peter Gabriel's 'Sledgehammer'.

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