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Sky High (2005)

โ€œSaving the world.. one homework assignment at a time.โ€

6.3/10 ยท 2,540 votes 1h 40m pg ComedyAdventureFamily

#116 of 184 films from 2005 #1875 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Mike Mitchell ยท Written by Mark McCorkle, Bob Schooley, Paul Hernandez, Jonathan Aibel

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Overview

Set in a world where superheroes are commonly known and accepted, young Will Stronghold, the son of the Commander and Jetstream, tries to find a balance between being a normal teenager and an extraordinary being.

Cast

Mary Elizabeth Winsteadas Gwen Grayson / Royal Pain
Michael Angaranoas Will Stronghold
Kurt Russellas Steve Stronghold / The Commander
Kelly Prestonas Josie Stronghold / Jetstream
Danielle Panabakeras Layla Williams
Bruce Campbellas Coach Boomer
Lynda Carteras Principal Powers
Kevin Heffernanas Ron Wilson, Bus Driver
Dee Jay Danielsas Ethan
Kelly Vitzas Magenta
Loren Bermanas Little Larry
Nicholas Braunas Zachary "Zach" Braun / Zack Attack
Steven Straitas Warren Peace
Malika Haqqas Penny

Facts

Release dateJuly 29, 2005
Runtime100 min (1h 40m) โ€” about the same as the 2005 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Adventure, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$35,000,000
Box office$86,369,815 (2.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt0405325

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Questions

How long is Sky High?
Sky High runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Is Sky High worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 2,540 votes, which places it #116 of 184 films released in 2005 in this index (top 38%) and #1875 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Sky High?
Sky High was directed by Mike Mitchell. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024), Trolls (2016), The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part (2019).
Who stars in Sky High?
Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Gwen Grayson / Royal Pain; Michael Angarano as Will Stronghold; Kurt Russell as Steve Stronghold / The Commander; Kelly Preston as Josie Stronghold / Jetstream; Danielle Panabaker as Layla Williams; Bruce Campbell as Coach Boomer.
What is Sky High rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Sky High?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/19337.

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