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A Kid Like Jake 2018

In this poignant drama, a Brooklyn family's seemingly ordinary life is upended when their four-year-old son Jake reveals a preference for Disney princesses over toy cars and skirts over jeans, sparking a journey of self-discovery and parental uncertainty. As they navigate the complexities of identity and gender, Alex and Greg must reconcile their differing opinions on how to support Jake's unique expression, all while confronting the broader implications of labeling a child's identity at such a young age.

In this poignant drama, a Brooklyn family's seemingly ordinary life is upended when their four-year-old son Jake reveals a preference for Disney princesses over toy cars and skirts over jeans, sparking a journey of self-discovery and parental uncertainty. As they navigate the complexities of identity and gender, Alex and Greg must reconcile their differing opinions on how to support Jake's unique expression, all while confronting the broader implications of labeling a child's identity at such a young age.

Does A Kid Like Jake have end credit scenes?

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A Kid Like Jake does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Ratings and Reviews for A Kid Like Jake

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Metacritic

58

Metascore

5.8

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
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52%

TOMATOMETER

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46%

User Score

IMDb

5.6 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

60

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User Score

Movie Insider

1.00/5

From 1 fan rating

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