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Weak Layers (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch

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Weak Layers is a 2024 comedy starring Evan Jonigkeit as Gabe Paul, Neal Bledsoe and Jadyn Wong. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and earned $158,579 worldwide. Critics gave it 40% on Rotten Tomatoes. Stream it on Kanopy, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Rotten Tomatoes
40%
worldwide gross
$158.6K
Echo Score
83
Weak Layers (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 39m (99 min)
Genre
Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Weak Layers About?

The premise of Weak Layers without spoilers.

Facing eviction, three friends decide to enter a ski-movie competition as a way to earn money. The competition pits amateur filmmakers against professionals, testing their creativity and skills. As they struggle to keep their home, they must push their abilities and confront the established, male-dominated scene on the slopes.

Where to watch

Where to Watch Weak Layers

Stream it on Kanopy, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

Weak Layers Cast & Characters

Evan Jonigkeit leads the cast as Gabe Paul, with Neal Bledsoe as Dane Blake and Jadyn Wong as Lucy Lin.

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Ratings

Weak Layers Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Weak Layers 40% on Rotten Tomatoes. Our Echo Score gives it 83/100, strongest in rewatch factor (85) and weakest in story & flow (70).

83 /100

Weak Layers Echo Score Breakdown

Weak Layers delivers a predominantly upbeat experience that resonates with audiences familiar with mountain communities, offering a blend of humor and heartfelt moments. While critics note uneven pacing and occasional tonal shifts, the film’s energetic setting and relatable characters generate strong audience enjoyment. The consensus leans toward a satisfying, rewatchable comedy that compensates for its narrative inconsistencies. Overall, its charm and community focus offset the structural flaws, resulting in a film that viewers are likely to return to.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 78

    In terms of direction and visual execution, the film showcases lively cinematography that captures the bustle of ski town life, with competent editing that maintains narrative flow. Critics point to occasional clunky sequences and uneven tonal shifts, yet many viewers commend the energetic atmosphere and effective use of location. The overall craft leans toward competent, if not consistently polished, execution.

  • Character & Emotion 80

    When evaluating acting and emotional depth, performers are frequently described as delivering nuanced and relatable portrayals that resonate with ski‑town audiences. Positive feedback highlights heartfelt chemistry and a compelling love interest, while some critics cite a lack of sufficient charm to fully engage. Overall, character work contributes strongly to the film’s appeal despite occasional flat moments.

  • Story & Flow 70

    Regarding plot and pacing, the narrative blends underdog themes with rom‑com elements, offering a familiar yet affectionate depiction of mountain community life. Critics observe uneven pacing and occasional divergence into unnecessary rom‑com territory, whereas audiences appreciate its originality and heartfelt resolution. The story thus registers as enjoyable, though not uniformly tight.

  • Sensory Experience 75

    In terms of sensory experience, the film employs an upbeat soundtrack and dynamic sound design that complement its lively ski sequences. Viewers note effective use of visual style to portray the crisp mountain environment, while a few critics describe moments as anemic. Overall, the sensory elements reinforce the film’s energetic tone.

  • Rewatch Factor 85

    Rewatch factor is strong, as audiences repeatedly cite the film’s humor, relatable community moments, and uplifting conclusion as reasons to view it again. The blend of comedic beats with sincere ski‑culture references creates lasting appeal, while critics’ concerns about pacing have limited impact on repeatability. Consequently, the movie holds solid repeat‑view value.

Box office

Weak Layers Box Office

Weak Layers grossed $158,579 worldwide. $154,445 came from the US and Canada and $4,134 (3%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$158.6K

US & Canada
$154.4K
International
$4.1K
US & Canada 97% Rest of the world 3%
Videos

Weak Layers Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Weak Layers.

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Weak Layers Also Known As

Also known as “薄弱层”.

Also known as
  • 薄弱层

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FAQ

Weak Layers FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Weak Layers, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Weak Layers?

Weak Layers runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

When was Weak Layers released?

Weak Layers was released on January 5, 2024.

Who is in the cast of Weak Layers?

Weak Layers stars Evan Jonigkeit as Gabe Paul, Neal Bledsoe as Dane Blake and Jadyn Wong as Lucy Lin, among 19 credited actors.

Where can I watch Weak Layers?

In the US, Weak Layers is streaming on Kanopy and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How much did Weak Layers make at the box office?

Weak Layers grossed $158,579 worldwide ($154,445 domestic, $4,134 international).

How is Weak Layers rated?

Weak Layers has 40% on Rotten Tomatoes and 48% on TMDB.

Does Weak Layers have a post-credit scene?

No. Weak Layers has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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