Kids in America (2005): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Kids in America is a 2005 comedy drama directed by Josh Stolberg, starring Julie Bowen, Malik Yoba and Gregory Smith. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes and earned $537,667 worldwide. Critics gave it 17% on Rotten Tomatoes and 38 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 31m (91 min)
- Director
- Josh Stolberg
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Launchpad Releasing LLC
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Kids in America About?
The premise of Kids in America without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
When a strict principal cracks down on student expression, one student leads a diverse group of classmates in a rebellion against her authoritarian policies. He inspires a student-led movement that champions individuality and challenges the school's rigid rules. The conflict explores themes of freedom, conformity, and the importance of self-expression in a restrictive environment.
Kids in America Themes & Keywords
· 33 tags- 1st amendment
- theater
- pool scene
- climbing out of a swimming pool
- bikini
- red bikini
- school
- group
- band
- high school
- principal
- gay
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- gay interest
- teenage girl
- teenage boy
- kiss
- gay kiss
- hippie
- cheerleader
- talent show
- safe sex
- protest
- high school newspaper
- graffiti
- goth girl
- gay rights
- film class
- expulsion
- equal rights
- dress code
- censorship
- activist
- female female kiss
Kids in America Cast
Julie Bowen leads the cast, with Malik Yoba and Gregory Smith. Directed by Josh Stolberg.
- Director Josh Stolberg
Kids in America Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Kids in America 17% on Rotten Tomatoes and 38 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.
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IMDb 5.6 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 17% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 65%
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Metacritic 38 Metascore
User score 7.5
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TMDB 56% User score
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Kids in America Plot Summary
What happens in Kids in America from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As the story unfolds in Kids In America, we encounter a lively assembly of high school students who refuse to allow the oppressive regime of Principal Donna Weller to silence them. Drawing inspiration from actual events, this clever comedy intertwines the narratives of Holden Donovan and his love interest Charlotte Pratt as they strive to defend their rights and uphold their dignity against an administration that is hell-bent on suppressing free expression.
Full summary
The whole story of Kids in America, scene by scene
Kids in America Box Office
Kids in America grossed $537,667 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$537.7K
- US & Canada
- $537.7K
Kids in America Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Kids in America.
How Well Do You Know Kids in America?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the principal enforcing oppressive measures at Booker High School?
Cars in Kids in America
7 cars on screen, including the Volvo 240 and the Harley-Davidson Sportster 883.
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2002 Honda CR-V Minor role -
2002 Nissan Altima Minor role
Kids in America Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “Revuelo En Las Aulas” and “Rebellisek”.
- Also known as
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- Revuelo En Las Aulas
- Rebellisek
- 키즈 인 아메리카
- 美国小孩
- High School Kids
- Děti Ameriky
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Movies Like Kids in America
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Kids, American Teen and Good Kids.
Kids in America FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Kids in America, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Kids in America?
Kids in America runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
When was Kids in America released?
Kids in America was released on October 21, 2005.
Who directed Kids in America?
Kids in America was directed by Josh Stolberg.
More films by Josh Stolberg Who is in the cast of Kids in America?
Kids in America stars Julie Bowen, Malik Yoba and Gregory Smith.
How much did Kids in America make at the box office?
Kids in America grossed $537,667 worldwide.
How is Kids in America rated?
Kids in America has 5.6/10 on IMDb, 17% on Rotten Tomatoes, 38 on Metacritic and 56% on TMDB.
Does Kids in America have a post-credit scene?
No. Kids in America has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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