Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A kid becomes internet famous for the wrong reason, so he tries to become internet famous for the right reason by going on a road trip to meet a gamer while his mom tries to bond with the family, leading to chaos and deep-fried butter.

🍿 Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul: Detailed Plot Synopsis

The Road Trip Begins

The Heffley family embarks on a road trip to celebrate Meemaw’s 90th birthday. Greg, however, has ulterior motives: to attend Player Expo and meet his idol, Mac Digby, hoping to gain fame and erase his embarrassing ‘Diaper Hands’ incident. Susan, determined to have a disconnected family vacation, confiscates everyone’s devices.

Misadventures on the Road

The Heffleys encounter a series of comical mishaps during their journey. From a disastrous hot tub incident involving cheese puffs to acquiring a piglet at a county fair, the family’s road trip is anything but smooth. They also find themselves in a feud with another family, the Beardos, leading to more chaotic situations.

Player Expo and Family Conflicts

Greg and Rodrick sneak off to Player Expo, where Greg attempts to meet Mac Digby. However, his plan backfires when he accidentally ruins Mac’s game, and Susan exposes his ‘Diaper Hands’ fame. This leads to a heated argument where Greg accuses Susan of prioritizing her desires over everyone else’s.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Greg Heffley (Jason Drucker): A middle schooler desperate to avoid humiliation and gain fame, especially after becoming an internet meme.
• Susan Heffley (Alicia Silverstone): Greg’s mom is determined to create family bonding experiences on their road trip, often clashing with her children’s desires.
• Frank Heffley (Tom Everett Scott): Greg’s dad is a well-meaning but often exasperated father who secretly enjoys technology despite his wife’s rules.
• Rodrick Heffley (Charlie Wright): Greg’s older brother who begrudgingly joins Greg’s scheme for personal gain, leading to chaotic antics.
• Rowley (Owen Asztalos): Greg’s naive and loyal best friend, is somewhat along for the ride, enabling Greg’s plans.
• Manny Heffley (Dylan Walters/Wyatt Walters): Greg’s younger brother whose actions often inadvertently cause trouble for the family during their road trip.
• Mr. Beardo (Chris Coppola): The head of the Beardo family, a comically unfortunate family who becomes the target of the Heffley’s mishaps during their road trip.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Susan Heffley: “This is an unplugged road trip. No phones. No iPads. No internet. Just family time.” – Susan announces the rules for the road trip, aiming to have quality time without technology.
• Greg Heffley: “I’m gonna be famous!” – Greg’s motivation for going to Player Expo, believing it will erase his ‘Diaper Hands’ reputation.
• Manny Heffley: “I’m texting.” – Manny’s deadpan response to his mother’s technology ban, highlighting his addiction.
• Greg Heffley: “She’s been making everyone do what she wants, but doesn’t care about what everyone else wants!” – Greg’s outburst at his mom when she embarrassed him on stage at Player Expo.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $22,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $20,738,724
• Worldwide Gross: $40,140,972

💥 Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, so I went into this movie expecting the worst, and honestly? It wasn’t *terrible*. I mean, it’s no ‘Home Alone’, but my kids were laughing, and there were a few moments that made me chuckle too. I missed the original cast, though; it just didn’t feel quite the same without them. That scene with the cheese puffs in the hot tub, though – that was pretty funny! Overall, it’s a decent family movie night choice if you’re not expecting a cinematic masterpiece.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid book series.”
  • “Families looking for light-hearted comedy.”
  • “Viewers who enjoy road trip movies with slapstick humor.”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Some crude humor (fart jokes, etc.).”
  • “Mildly disrespectful behavior from children towards parents.”

Professional Reviews

• Variety: “While not reaching the heights of the original ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid,’ ‘The Long Haul’ offers enough lighthearted humor and relatable family moments to keep younger audiences entertained. The new cast does a serviceable job, even if they lack the charm of their predecessors.
• Hollywood Reporter: “‘The Long Haul’ is a harmless if forgettable entry in the franchise. The humor is broad, and the plot is predictable, but it provides a decent distraction for families seeking a G-rated movie experience. Alicia Silverstone adds a touch of star power, but the script doesn’t give her much to work with.
• Common Sense Media: “This movie is very silly and has some funny moments, but it lacks heart and the new cast doesn’t measure up to the original. Parents should be aware of the crude humor.

Audience Reactions

Kids found the slapstick humor and over-the-top situations genuinely funny.: Many viewers appreciated the movie’s clean humor and relatable family road trip scenarios.

Some viewers felt the film lacked the charm and heart of the original Wimpy Kid movies.: The change in cast was a common point of criticism, with many missing the chemistry of the original actors.

Overall Consensus: While ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul’ provides some lighthearted entertainment for kids, many viewers felt it lacked the charm and humor of the original movies, and the cast change was a significant point of contention.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “This is the fourth film in the ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ film series, but it features an entirely new cast.”
• “Jeff Kinney, the author of the ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ book series, has expressed his interest in making the film animated.”
• “Alicia Silverstone and Tom Everett Scott replaced Rachel Harris and Steve Zahn as Susan and Frank Heffley.”

🖥️ How to Watch Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul is available to rent or buy on various platforms including Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu. Check your local listings for streaming options or purchase opportunities.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul, you might like these similar films:

• National Lampoon’s Vacation (1983): Shares the theme of a disastrous family road trip filled with comedic mishaps and quirky encounters.
• RV (2006): Features a family vacation in a recreational vehicle that similarly spirals out of control, creating humorous situations.
• Cheaper by the Dozen (2003): Focuses on the comedic chaos and challenges of managing a large family, appealing to fans of family comedies.
• Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day (2014): Showcases a family experiencing a series of escalating mishaps and misfortunes, creating relatable and humorous situations.

🛒 Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul Related Products

• Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul (Blu-ray): Own the movie on Blu-ray for family movie nights. Includes bonus features and behind-the-scenes content.
• Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Getaway (Book 12): Read the next installment in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney. Another family vacation gone hilariously wrong!
• Diary of a Wimpy Kid Mad Libs: Interactive Mad Libs game based on the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.
• Funko Pop! Diary of a Wimpy Kid Greg Heffley Figure: Add this figure to your collection, featuring Greg Heffley in his iconic outfit from the original movie series.

🎧 Soundtrack

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Diary of a Wimpy Kid Theme” – performed by Theodore Shapiro

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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