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The Clique (2008): Cast & Plot

The Clique (2008) movie poster

The Clique is a 2008 comedy drama directed by Michael Lembeck, starring Elizabeth McLaughlin as Massie Block, David Chisum and Julie Lauren. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes.

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The Clique (2008) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 27m (87 min)
Director
Michael Lembeck
Genres
Comedy , Drama , Family
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Clique About?

The premise of The Clique without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Getting into the popular group is tough, but staying there proves even harder. After moving into the guest house of a family connected to the clique, a new middle‑schooler strives to win the acceptance of the sought‑after girls, navigating peer pressure, rivalry and the effort to keep her own sense of self while fitting in.

The Clique Themes & Keywords

· 16 tags
  • teen crush
  • teenage girl
  • teen movie
  • based on young adult novel
  • movie poster on wall
  • mean girl
  • popping out of a cake
  • clique
  • middle school
  • female protagonist
  • social climber
  • popularity
+4 more
  • outcast
  • back stabbing
  • based on book
  • based on novel
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Cast & crew

The Clique Cast & Characters

Elizabeth McLaughlin leads the cast as Massie Block, with David Chisum as William Block and Julie Lauren as Kendra Block. Directed by Michael Lembeck; 15 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in The Clique

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From the director

More from Michael Lembeck

More films directed by Michael Lembeck, best-rated first: Connie and Carla, The Santa Clause 2, Queen Bees and Tooth Fairy.

Full filmography
Plot

The Clique Plot Summary

What happens in The Clique from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Massie Block is the twelve-year-old leader of the Pretty Committee, a clique of popular, wealthy students at her upstate New York all-girls private school, Octavian County Day. Her father informs her that Jay Lyons, a friend from Florida, will move into the Block family’s guest house with his wife and two children until they can find a permanent residence. Massie is horrified that the unexpected guests are disrupting her plans and occupying her space, but her parents insist she try to get along with Jay’s daughter Claire Lyons, who is Massie’s age and will be attending her school.

Full summary

The whole story of The Clique, scene by scene

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Videos

The Clique Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Clique.

The Clique Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Clique?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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  10. Question 10: not answered

Who is the leader of the Pretty Committee?

Cars

Cars in The Clique

6 cars on screen, including the 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV and the 2002 Mazda MPV.

All 6 cars
  • 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV in The Clique 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV Important role
  • 2002 Mazda MPV in The Clique 2002 Mazda MPV Important role
  • BMW 5 E60 in The Clique BMW 5 E60 Minor role
  • 1990 International 3000-Series in The Clique 1990 International 3000-Series Minor role
Details

The Clique Also Known As

14 alternative titles, including “Die Glamour-Clique - Cinderellas Rache” and “Dívčí parta”.

Also known as
  • Die Glamour-Clique - Cinderellas Rache
  • Dívčí parta
  • Club de amigas
  • A Klikk
  • Garotas S.A.
  • In till varje pris
  • הקליקה
  • Neserte nám Popolušku
  • Garotas S.A
  • Elita
  • Güzel Kızlar Kulübü
  • 女校风波
+2 more
  • 더 클리크
  • Протистояння

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FAQ

The Clique FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Clique, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Clique?

The Clique runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).

When was The Clique released?

The Clique was released on November 11, 2008.

Who directed The Clique?

The Clique was directed by Michael Lembeck.

More films by Michael Lembeck

Who is in the cast of The Clique?

The Clique stars Elizabeth McLaughlin as Massie Block, David Chisum as William Block and Julie Lauren as Kendra Block, among 15 credited actors.

Does The Clique have a post-credit scene?

No. The Clique has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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