Summary13-year-old Nate Foster is an unpopular Midwestern kid who entertains vivid fantasies of becoming a big Broadway musical star. In the meantime, however, Nate can't even get a decent role in his middle school's drama productions, getting cast as a tree in the chorus instead of the lead role he craves. However, when he and his best friend Libby mas... Read More
Directed By:Tim Federle
Written By:Tim Federle
Better Nate Than Ever
Metascore
Generally Favorable
66
User score
Mixed or Average
5.4
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
66
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Apr 1, 2022
88
There are two good reasons to watch “Better Nate Than Ever.” First, it is smart, fun, and funny, a great movie to share with the family. Second, becoming a Rueby Wood fan right now will make sure you will not miss a moment from a performer who is already a master of comedy, drama, singing, and dancing.
Apr 1, 2022
83
Better Nate Than Ever — based on Federle’s debut novel — shines from beginning to end, with a stellar central character and just the right amount of whimsy and reality.
User score
Mixed or Average
5.4
27% Positive
3 Ratings
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36% Mixed
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Apr 19, 2022
10
This film goes out to all theatre kids of all ages. I have always loved all things theatre, musicals, singing, dancing and broadway. This film is based on a book of the same name from author: Tim Federle. It is awesome that he is also the writer and director of this film. Great cast, great script, great score, and great songs. I will be watching this film and reading the book for many years to come.
Apr 16, 2022
10
An enjoyable feel good movie about dreams and the goal of reaching them. The actor playing nate plays really well. The best acting I've seen by Lisa kudrow
Mar 15, 2022
63
The film itself is an innocuous but pleasant “Junior High School Musical” from the writer/creator of that Disney blockbuster — Federle — with Gabriel Mann (“A Million Little Things”) serving up pleasantly forgettable songs.
Apr 8, 2022
60
Better Nate Than Ever is full of charm, supportive friendships and familial relationships, and a passionate love of musical theater and these elements work together to create a lovely, entertaining viewing experience.
Apr 6, 2022
60
Funny, vibrant, yet schmaltzy to a fault, this Disney Plus family film can carry a tune, but falters in crafting a runaway hit.
Mar 31, 2022
60
[Tim Federle's] leads deliver hearty performances that elevate the movie, particularly once we’ve had time to adjust to the gusto of Wood, whose wired performance has the flavor of Hugh Jackman’s exuberance squeezed into an espresso cup.
May 13, 2022
6
Better Nate Than Ever is a fun and wholesome musical(ish?). Strong DCOM vibes here and the script is filled with some cringeworthy pop cultural references, but it wasn’t overbearing to the point that it became annoying. It’s got great energy and pace, and the cast here all do a fine job. I’d check it out if you’re at all into musical theatre.
May 16, 2022
3
(Mauro Lanari)
Built to cast Rueby Wood as the new Disney Channel genderfluid star, nothing is better than Nate.
Apr 13, 2022
3
Sorry but the movie is just bad. I appreciate the LGBTQ representation in a Disney movie, even if it was subtle. Even Lisa Kudrow gives a performance where you can tell she doesn't care.
Apr 2, 2022
0
I had to sit through it with my little tiny 5 year old cousins and let’s just say it was not fun. Not only does it feel like nothing but it brought nothing. Boring.
Production Company:
- Marc Platt Productions
- Walt Disney Pictures
Release Date:Apr 1, 2022
Duration:1 h 31 m
Rating:PG
Tagline:Dream Big
Awards
Children's & Family Emmy Awards
• 1 Win & 8 Nominations
Directors Guild of America, USA
• 1 Nomination
Casting Society (CSA)
• 1 Nomination
