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Sky High (2005)

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Reviews Counted:120

Fresh:87

Rotten:33

Average Rating:6.5/10

Consensus: This highly derivative superhero coming-of-age flick is moderately entertaining, family-friendly fluff.

Rated: PG [See Full Rating] for action violence and some mild language

Runtime: 1 hr 40 mins

Genre: Childrens

Theatrical Release:Jul 29, 2005 Wide

Box Office: $63,939,454

Synopsis: Most teenagers cringe at the thought of meeting their parents' high expectations--good grades, well-behaved friends, and a plan for the future--and none more so than Will Stronghold (Michael... Most teenagers cringe at the thought of meeting their parents' high expectations--good grades, well-behaved friends, and a plan for the future--and none more so than Will Stronghold (Michael Angarano), the son of legendary superheroes Commander (Kurt Russell) and Jetstream (Kelly Preston). This clever Disney comedy follows Will from his first day as star student at Sky High, an elite school for the children of superheroes. The only problem is that Will apparently has no special powers, and he can't let his parents find out! Lacking the abilities needed to attend hero classes, Will falls in with the misfit sidekicks, whose only powers include turning into a guinea pig, glowing, and melting. However, when an old villain with a new power reappears on the scene, the pressure is on Will and his sidekicks to save his parents, his school, and the earth itself. Perhaps as a tribute to the classic era of teen films, SKY HIGH features a soundtrack bursting with 1980s hits covered by contemporary artists, including Flashlight Brown, Bowling for Soup, and Vitamin C. The film also features performances that will please adult viewers, including a cameo as the school principal by former Wonder Woman Lynda Carter, comedian Dave Foley as a washed up sidekick, and EVIL DEAD star Bruce Campbell as Coach Boomer. Truly fun for all ages, the charming teen stars, fast pace, and universal story make SKY HIGH a clear family classic on par with SIXTEEN CANDLES, SPY KIDS, and NATIONAL LAMPOON'S VACATION. [More]

Starring: Kurt Russell, Michael Angarano, Bruce Campbell, Dave Foley

Starring: Kurt Russell, Michael Angarano, Bruce Campbell, Dave Foley, Kelly Preston, Liz Winstead, Lynda Carter, Kevin McDonald

Director: Mike Mitchell

Director: Mike Mitchell
Screenwriter: Mark McCorkle, Bob Schooley
Producer: Andrew Gunn
Composer: Michael Giacchino
Studio: Buena Vista Pictures

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  • Sky High
  • A super adventure of heroic proportions, this crowd-pleasing hit from Walt Disney Pictures stars Hollywood favorites Kurt Russell and Kelly Preston! The son of legendary heroes Commander (Russell) and Jetstream (Preston), young Will Stronghold carries huge expectations as he enters a high-tech high school known for molding the heroes of tomorrow. With no apparent superpowers of his own, however, Will seems destined to grow up a mere sidekick. But as he discovers his true strengths, he'll also learn that it takes loyalty and teamwork to truly become a hero!~~
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    Cole Smithey

    ...achieves a miraculous level of kitchy zip thanks to its creative casting of Kurt Russell, Lynda Carter, and Bruce Campbell.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Jun., 21 2009 07:49 AM

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    N/R

    Felix Vasquez Jr.

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Apr., 29 2009 03:16 AM

    Cinema Crazed

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Oct., 18 2008 09:09 AM

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    3/5

    Rob Gonsalves

    Just kind of a mildly entertaining footnote.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Oct., 31 2007 04:37 PM

    eFilmCritic.com

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    Dave Calhoun

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Aug., 16 2007 03:15 AM

    Time Out New York

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    3.5/5

    Anton Bitel

    Here, teen empowerment takes on a very literal form, even if events never stray far from the world as envisaged in a John Hughes movie.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Aug., 06 2007 03:26 AM

    Eye for Film

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    7/10

    James Plath

    It might be aimed at teens, but Sky High is fun for parents, too.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Apr., 15 2007 06:20 AM

    DVDTown.com

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    2.5/4

    Peter T. Chattaway

    Sky High is adolescent, in the best, age-appropriate sense of the word; it's like a John Hughes movie, but for tweens.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Oct., 11 2006 02:11 PM

    Christianity Today

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    3.5/4

    Jay Antani

    surprisingly clever, spirited and joyful

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Sep., 30 2006 06:55 PM

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Jun., 24 2006 03:39 AM

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    Jeffrey M. Anderson

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | May., 26 2006 03:16 AM

    Combustible Celluloid

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Apr., 01 2006 03:43 AM

    Empire Magazine

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    B-

    Steven D. Greydanus

    Carefully pitched to be watchable by the Breakfast Club generation and their young kids.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Feb., 11 2006 04:23 AM

    Decent Films Guide

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    4/5

    Kevin Carr

    the film adds a superior level of irreverence that reminds me of films like Galaxy Quest.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Jan., 19 2006 12:39 PM

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    Ann Hornaday

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Dec., 31 2005 03:45 AM

    Washington Post

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    4/5

    Pete Vonder Haar

    ...A movie based on a high school for super-powered teens may not have seemed like the savviest idea. Fortunately, Sky High isn’t bad. In fact, it’s surprisingly good.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Dec., 06 2005 07:49 PM

    Film Threat

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    John J. Puccio

    Sky High pokes gentle fun at growing up, entering a new school, joining cliques, adjusting to friends and parents, dealing with peer pressure, and learning who you are.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Nov., 20 2005 10:16 PM

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    Matthew Turner

    The script crackles with funny, quotable dialogue and the plot has a lot of fun with the usual teen movie staples.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Oct., 29 2005 03:39 AM

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    3.5/5

    Fred Topel

    Even though Sky High is aimed at kids, everyone else should see it.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Sep., 23 2005 02:54 PM

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