Movie Title: Good Boys
Release Year: 2019
Director: Gene Stupnitsky
Writers: Gene Stupnitsky, Lee Eisenberg
Starring: Jacob Tremblay, Keith L. Williams, Brady Noon
Genre: Comedy
Running Time: 89 minutes
Production Companies: Point Grey Pictures, Good Universe, Columbia Pictures
Box Office Gross: Approximately $111 million
Plot Summary:
Good Boys is a raunchy comedy that follows three 12-year-old boys—Max (Jacob Tremblay), Lucas (Keith L. Williams), and Thor (Brady Noon)—as they embark on a wild adventure over the course of one afternoon. The trio is invited to a kissing party, but when they realize they have no idea how to kiss, they set out to borrow a drone to spy on high schoolers in order to learn the ropes.
Along the way, their journey is filled with a series of hilarious misadventures, including getting involved with inappropriate situations, breaking things, and learning lessons about friendship, growing up, and understanding the world around them. Despite their age, the boys encounter adult themes and situations, resulting in a mixture of comedy and awkwardness.
Themes:
- Childhood and Growing Up: The movie deals with the transition from childhood innocence to the more complex, awkward experiences of adolescence. The boys’ experiences highlight how confusing and strange it can be to grow up, especially in a world that often feels like it’s moving too fast.
- Friendship and Loyalty: Despite the chaos they face, the trio of friends show unwavering loyalty to one another, illustrating how friendships can help navigate even the most awkward and challenging moments.
- Innocence vs. Adult World: The juxtaposition of the boys’ innocent understanding of the world with the adult situations they find themselves in provides much of the film’s humor.
Reception:
Good Boys was a commercial success and received generally positive reviews from critics. The performances of the three young actors were widely praised, particularly Jacob Tremblay, known for his previous work in Room. While some critics found the humor too crude, others appreciated the film’s blend of heart and humor.
The movie was notable for being produced by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg’s production company, Point Grey Pictures, which is known for its raunchy comedies like Superbad and Pineapple Express.
Download/Streaming Availability:
Good Boys is available for digital download and streaming on various platforms, including:
- Amazon Prime Video
- Google Play
- Apple TV
- Vudu
- Blu-ray/DVD
Check on your preferred platform for availability based on your region.
