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7.1
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5.2

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Critic Sheila O'Malley
rated 5

...to its credit, is going after a deeper more existential truth, common to most coming-of-age movies, the fact that teenagers are not only looking for freedom, but meaning in their lives.

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Cast & Crew

Nick Offerman
As Frank Toy
Tony Hale
As Bus Passenger
Joel Thingvall
As High School Principal (uncredited)
Megan Mullally
As Mrs. Keenan
Mary Lynn Rajskub
As Captain Davis
Alison Brie
As Heather Toy

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"The Kings of Summer" is a coming-of-age comedy-drama film about three teenage friends, Joe, Patrick, and Biaggio, who decide to escape their frustrating lives at home by building a house in the woods and living off the land. Despite their initial excitement and sense of freedom, they soon realize that living on their own is not as easy as they thought it would be. They face various challenges, such as finding food, dealing with conflict, and navigating relationships. As they learn to rely on each other and fend for themselves, they also discover the importance of family and friendship. The film features stunning cinematography and strong performances from its young cast, offering a heartwarming and humorous exploration of adolescence and independence.

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What movies are similar to The Kings of Summer? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as The Kings of Summer include Ruby Sparks, Hurricane Bianca, Instant Family, Cider with Rosie, Green Book, The Intouchables.

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The Kings of Summer was released in theaters on May 31, 2013.