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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip

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Alexander Garcia (Thom Nemer) has always believed he has the worst luck in the world, so when his mom Val (Eva Longoria) devises a plan to bring her seemingly disconnected family on a fancy vacation to Mexico City aboard a luxury RV as part of her travel writing job, he is sure it will end in disaster. Despite his fears, the family -- including dad Frank (Jesse Garcia), teen sister Mia (Paulina Chávez), Grandma Lidia (Rose Portillo), and Grandpa Gil (Cheech Marin) -- set out, only to find absolutely everything is going terribly wrong. When the family discovers an ancient, cursed idol may be to blame, they must work together to return it to where it belongs.
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Catherine Bray Guardian It’s a frequent complaint that a film is boring because nothing happens, but here is an example where the problem is things are just constantly happening, creating a kind of antics-fatigue. Rated: 2/5 Apr 1, 2025 Full Review Rachel Wagner rachelsreviews.net lots of lowbrow humor... none of it lands, none of it is funny and even Cheech Marin can’t bring any spark into this sad family affair. Apr 7, 2025 Full Review Mark Meszoros The News-Herald (Willoughby, OH) Very Bad Road Trip falls a little short of both its early promise and its 2014 predecessor, but if you’re in the market for about an hour and a half of family-friendly entertainment at home, it’s a solid choice. Rated: 2.5/4 Apr 4, 2025 Full Review Jennifer Green Common Sense Media This family film has good vibes and likeable characters, even if the comic timing isn't always perfect. Apr 2, 2025 Full Review John Serba Decider Your mileage may vary on this Road Trip. Some of you will find it just fine, but considering the overabundance of smarter, funnier options for family viewing in the streaming landscape, I gotta say SKIP IT. Mar 31, 2025 Full Review Casey Chong Casey's Movie Mania Saved by a fun, charming cast. Rated: 3/5 Mar 31, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Paulina Chavez is so great in the movie. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/20/25 Full Review Ace R Great family movie! Funny, and it constantly keeps your attention. Worth seeing. I recommend that you see this movie. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/20/25 Full Review ARNEZ C This was quite a fun and wild experience I'm kind of upset this wasn't at theatrical release but it was that good I'm happy it was on streaming lots of hijinks & mishaps I was like what's going to happen next such a great cast it anyone can watch this movie is it's so lovable Cheech Eva Longoria I say this cast is All Star it's a great family movie kid thinks he's cursed & that his family is cursed I guarantee no I will be disappointed with this one. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/16/25 Full Review Kam H Absolutely horrible and could not keep my attention for even 10 minutes. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 04/12/25 Full Review Ranny L Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip is an exciting roller coaster ride of life’s ups and downs. It has everything from exploding ice cream trucks to even an evil spirit. I love how the family in this story never gives up; even if things get terrible, horrible, no good, and very bad. This movie tells about the disastrous vacation of a Mexican American family that has lost touch with their roots. Alexander (Thom Nemer) is a very unlucky 11-year old who is terrified to learn that his heritage involves a cursed idol. He becomes determined to turn his bad luck around by returning the idol to its rightful home. Unfortunately, this means taking an eventful road trip to Mexico City with his family that will leave a lasting impression on not only Alexander’s family, but everyone they encounter. Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip is full of belly laughs. I especially love how the family struggles to hold onto a vehicle. They start their trip with a fancy, high end RV and conclude their trip stranded and hanging on by a thread. It is also clever how the movie adds tiny comedic moments to every scene. One instance of this is when the family has to change clothes due to a very stinky chance meeting with a skunk. It is entertaining to try to read the T-shirts they are forced to change into. My favorite is the shirt that Grandma Lidia (Rose Portillo) has to wear which says, “Britney Spears Changed My Life.” Another memorable moment is the interaction with the shop clerk, Claudio (Harvey Guillen). His reaction to the cursed idol was priceless and cracked me up. He is so dramatic and colorful. Everything he does is amusing, from putting on gloves to touch the idol to purifying the negative energy with sage once the idol leaves. He really adds some flare to the show. The film’s message is that if bad luck is all you look for, then you’ll definitely find it – a positive mindset is everything. It also shows the importance of appreciating your heritage. This show is family friendly, but be aware there are some dangerous stunts and some bad language. I give Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. It began streaming on Disney+ on Friday, March 28, 2025. By Kinsley H., KIDS FIRST! Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/08/25 Full Review Audience Member This kid was so freaking annoying it ruined the entire movie Rated 1 out of 5 stars 04/05/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Alexander Garcia (Thom Nemer) has always believed he has the worst luck in the world, so when his mom Val (Eva Longoria) devises a plan to bring her seemingly disconnected family on a fancy vacation to Mexico City aboard a luxury RV as part of her travel writing job, he is sure it will end in disaster. Despite his fears, the family -- including dad Frank (Jesse Garcia), teen sister Mia (Paulina Chávez), Grandma Lidia (Rose Portillo), and Grandpa Gil (Cheech Marin) -- set out, only to find absolutely everything is going terribly wrong. When the family discovers an ancient, cursed idol may be to blame, they must work together to return it to where it belongs.
Director
Marvin Lemus
Producer
Dan Cohen, Lisa Henson, Dan Levine, Shawn Levy
Screenwriter
Matt Lopez
Distributor
Disney+
Production Co
Walt Disney Pictures, 21 Laps Entertainment, The Jim Henson Company, Pipeline Studios, BCD Travel
Rating
PG (Brief Language|Some Thematic Elements)
Genre
Kids & Family, Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 28, 2025
Runtime
1h 36m
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