Adam Godley, Anna Popplewell, Bronagh Gallagher

An 11-year-old boy's amazing ability to break wind leads him first to fame and then to death row, before it helps him to fulfill his ambition of becoming an astronaut.

Flixster Users

43% liked it

4,785 ratings

Critics

60% liked it

5 critics

Unrated, 87 min.

Directed by: Peter Hewitt

Release Date: January 1, 2002

Invite friends to see

DVD Release Date: July 10, 2007

Stats: 357 reviews

Get movie widget Recommend it Add to Favorites

Your Rating



clear rating
Share on: Facebook Twitter

Flixster Reviews (357)


  • January 17, 2008
    I find it very hard to understand why this film is #89 on th IMDb bottom 100 movies. Although the initial premise of a boy with huge gas problems may not sound appealing, it's actually a good film. Quality acting from all involved (including Rupert Grint, and a tiny teensy role f...( read more)or Keira Knightley), and a sweet central storyline of the two boys friendship. It's obviously not taking itself too seriously, and the only reason I can think that people wouldn't like it is because they expect too much of it. Kids will love it. Adults will find it amusing. And I adored the colour scheme! The continued green theme gave the film an original edge that sets it apart from typical 'kid' films. A good one to watch on a rainy afternoon.
  • July 22, 2008
    A charming childrens' movie about a boy with farting issues. If you have a problem with your kids hearing ass or damn you may want to skip it because both words are used frequently in this film.
  • December 10, 2007
    HILARIOUS! A great movie that keeps you in laughter and captivated to its character!
  • February 4, 2007
    Wasnt a bad film but wasnt great either.
  • October 12, 2009
    This is so funny! I've seen it so many times that i've lost count! Rupert Grint is really good in it (before he hit the big time in Harry Potter) and i just really love this film. I reccomend everyone who likes to laugh see this film.
  • July 13, 2009
    Sounds too bizarre to miss.
  • June 10, 2009
    This is a light hearted, silly joke, friendship film!
  • June 8, 2009
    It was really funny and a little strange. I thought it was interesting what they did with the colors in the movie, a little artsy fartsy for a kid/family film.
  • April 14, 2009
    A very crude film which is thoroughly ridiculous and only for children under 7. Grint is very funny as the geek role and is the only good thing about it.
  • April 14, 2009
    haha so funny. and bless little rupert with his curly hair and genius-ness.

Critic Reviews


Comments


  • sharebear817
    August 30, 2007
    the girl who plays patricks sister was in chronicles of narnia.. she played susan i think.
  • wildcath999
    December 30, 2006
    It was Keira Knightley as an extra. Has the actress playing the boys sister acted in any other film or tv programme because i really recognise her. Or is it just me?
  • JinannytheBest
    December 30, 2006
    i love this movie coz its really cool, but did anyone spot keira knightley as an extra coz i swear she was in the scene where the farting boy ran away from the opera guy, and she said, "that was brilliant" coz she thought the opera guy had sung that note. i think im imagining things i dunno...

Critic ratings and reviews powered by RottenTomatoes.com

Fresh (60% or more critics rated the movie positively)

Rotten (59% or fewer critics rated the movie positively)

More Like This


This list looks lonely.
Add a suggestion!

Facts


No facts approved yet. Be the first

Thunderpants : Watch Free on TV


Thunderpants Trivia


  • Which actor from Harry potter also starred in Thunderpants?  Answer »
  • This actor has a role in Thunderpants, and he is best friends with a wizard. Who is he?  Answer »
  • Who does Bruce Cook play in Thunderpants?  Answer »
  • Kiera Knightley plays a small part in Thunderpants.  Answer »

Movie Quizzes


No quizzes for Thunderpants. Want to create one?

Video Clips


No video clips yet. Want to upload one?

Recent News


No recent headlines. Got one?

Most Popular Skin


No skins yet. Interested in creating one?