How to Eat Fried Worms

How to Eat Fried Worms

Based on the hugely popular Thomas Rockwell book, How to Eat Fried Worms tells the classic story of a boy whose bravado lands him in a difficult predicament. The film revolves around 11-year-old Billy who inadvertently challenges the school bully on his first day at a new school. In order to save face and earn the respect of his new classmates, Billy agrees to a bet that requires him to eat 10 worms in one day. As the pressure mounts, Billy must summon all his strength to keep his younger brother from blabbing, his weak stomach from betraying him and his big mouth from getting him in even more trouble!

Rating: PG
Runtime: 1 hr 38 minutes
Distributors: New Line Cinema
Release Date: 8/25/2006

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Credits

Written and Directed by Bob Dolman

Producers Mark Johnson,  Philip Steuer

Dad Tom Cavanaugh

Mom Kimberly Williams-Paisley

Billy Luke Benward

Erika Hallie Kate Eisenberg

Educational Resources

How to Eat Fried Worms

How to Eat Fried Worms

Grades 3 – 5

Arts and Creativity, Educator’s Guide, Language Arts, Science

Reviews

"A scrumptious treat for kids."
- Jason Lynch People
"A Gross-Out Good Time!"
- The Dove Foundation
"totally fun movie"
- Jane Horwitz The Washington Post, The Family Filmgoer
2006 Dove Foundation Seal of Approval for Family Films
2007 Young Artists Award Nomination Best Young Ensemble
2007 Young Artists Award Nomination Best Family Feature
2007 Young Artists Award Nomination Best Performance, Supporting Young Actress (Hallie Kate Eisenberg)

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