About Diary of a Wimpy Kid

The 2021's "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" is a Disney+ original movie based on the first book in the series written by Jeff Kinney. The film follows the life of Greg Heffley, who is navigating middle school life, dealing with his older brother Rodrick, his best friend Rowley and his peculiar family.

Making / Production

The film is a full-length animated movie produced by 20th Century Fox and Walt Disney Studios. It is directed by Swinton Scott. The decision to make the film animated was due to the aging of the live-action cast from the previous movies.

Actors

• Brady Noon as Greg Heffley - He perfectly portrays the misadventures of this middle school student with a mesmerizing performance.
• Chris Diamantopoulos as Frank Heffley - Chris played Greg's exasperating yet loving father with conviction.
• Alicia Silverstone as Susan Heffley - Alicia portrays the caring and slightly overbearing mother with authenticity.
• Ethan William Childress as Rowley Jefferson - Ethan brought to life Greg's quirky and loyal best friend with his charming performance.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This is the fifth "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" movie, but the first one to be animated.
• The film was released exclusively on Disney+.
• This is the first film of a planned animated series based on the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" books.

Quotes

• "I'll be famous one day, but for now I'm stuck in middle school with a bunch of morons." - Greg
• "I can't believe it's so crowded here. Maybe we should come back." - Rowley

Music, Soundtrack

• "Diary of a Wimpy Kid Theme" - Composed by Theodore Shapiro.
• "The Cheese Touch" - Composed by Theodore Shapiro.
• "Going to the Roller Rink" - Composed by Theodore Shapiro.