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Diary of a Wimpy Kid (2010)

“It's not a diary, it's a movie.”

6.3/10 · 1,836 votes 1h 32m pg ComedyFamily

#147 of 247 films from 2010 #1880 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Thor Freudenthal · Written by Jackie Filgo, Jeff Filgo, Gabe Sachs, Jeff Judah

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Overview

Greg Heffley is headed for big things, but first he has to survive the scariest, most humiliating experience of any kid’s life – middle school! That won’t be easy, considering he’s surrounded by hairy-freckled morons, wedgie-loving bullies and a moldy slice of cheese with nuclear cooties!

Cast

Zachary Gordonas Greg Heffley
Robert Capronas Rowley Jefferson
Steve Zahnas Frank Heffley
Devon Bostickas Rodrick Heffley
Rachael Harrisas Susan Heffley
Chloë Grace Moretzas Angie Steadman
Laine MacNeilas Patty Farrell
Andrew McNeeas Coach Malone
Connor Fieldingas Manny Heffley
Owen Fieldingas Manny Heffley
Karan Braras Chirag Gupta
Grayson Russellas Fregley
Alex Ferrisas Collin
Belita Morenoas Mrs. Norton

Facts

Release dateMarch 19, 2010
Runtime92 min (1h 32m) — shorter as the 2010 average of 104 min
GenresComedy, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$15,000,000
Box office$75,700,000 (5.0× budget)
IMDbtt1196141

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Questions

How long is Diary of a Wimpy Kid?
Diary of a Wimpy Kid runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Is Diary of a Wimpy Kid worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 1,836 votes, which places it #147 of 247 films released in 2010 in this index (top 41%) and #1880 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Diary of a Wimpy Kid?
Diary of a Wimpy Kid was directed by Thor Freudenthal. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Words on Bathroom Walls (2020), Hotel for Dogs (2009), Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters (2013).
Who stars in Diary of a Wimpy Kid?
Zachary Gordon as Greg Heffley; Robert Capron as Rowley Jefferson; Steve Zahn as Frank Heffley; Devon Bostick as Rodrick Heffley; Rachael Harris as Susan Heffley; Chloë Grace Moretz as Angie Steadman.
What is Diary of a Wimpy Kid rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Diary of a Wimpy Kid?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/21100.

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