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A Plumm Summer

  • 2007
  • PG
  • 1h 39m
IMDb RATING
6.0/10
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A Plumm Summer (2007)
AdventureDramaFamily

Based on a true-story - A Plumm Summer tells the remarkable tale of two young brothers, Elliott and Rocky Plumm, who go head-to-head with the FBI in order to crack the "frog-napping" case an... Read allBased on a true-story - A Plumm Summer tells the remarkable tale of two young brothers, Elliott and Rocky Plumm, who go head-to-head with the FBI in order to crack the "frog-napping" case and get their beloved TV puppet, Froggy Doo back on the air, all the while become local hero... Read allBased on a true-story - A Plumm Summer tells the remarkable tale of two young brothers, Elliott and Rocky Plumm, who go head-to-head with the FBI in order to crack the "frog-napping" case and get their beloved TV puppet, Froggy Doo back on the air, all the while become local heroes and best friends.

  • Director
    • Caroline Zelder
  • Writers
    • T.J. Lynch
    • Frank Antonelli
    • Caroline Zelder
  • Stars
    • Jeff Daniels
    • William Baldwin
    • Henry Winkler
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.0/10
    444
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Caroline Zelder
    • Writers
      • T.J. Lynch
      • Frank Antonelli
      • Caroline Zelder
    • Stars
      • Jeff Daniels
      • William Baldwin
      • Henry Winkler
    • 14User reviews
    • 11Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 7 wins total

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    Jeff Daniels
    Jeff Daniels
    • Narrator
    William Baldwin
    William Baldwin
    • Mick Plumm
    Henry Winkler
    Henry Winkler
    • Happy Herb
    Lisa Guerrero
    Lisa Guerrero
    • Roxie Plumm
    Chris Massoglia
    Chris Massoglia
    • Elliott Plumm
    • (as Chris J. Kelly)
    Owen Pearce
    Owen Pearce
    • Rocky Plumm
    Morgan Flynn
    Morgan Flynn
    • Haley Dubois
    Brenda Strong
    Brenda Strong
    • Viv
    Tim Quill
    Tim Quill
    • Wayne Dubois
    Peter Scolari
    Peter Scolari
    • Agent Hardigan
    Rick Overton
    Rick Overton
    • Agent Brinkman
    Richard Riehle
    Richard Riehle
    • Art Bublin
    Clint Howard
    Clint Howard
    • Binky the Clown
    Gavin Black
    • Wally
    Ben Trotter
    Ben Trotter
    • Orin
    John Hosking
    • Dick Spreen
    Gregg Bello
    Gregg Bello
    • Cookie
    Steve Altman
    Steve Altman
    • Dirty Pat
    • Director
      • Caroline Zelder
    • Writers
      • T.J. Lynch
      • Frank Antonelli
      • Caroline Zelder
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews14

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    10saturnandvine

    Finally, a kids film for kids...and me

    I just watched this on DVD, and here's my question: why can't there be more movies like this? I take my kids to Blockbuster every weekend to find something to watch. First off, there isn't really anything in the 'kids' section. It's either pre-school or teen. Hardly any in the middle. Why is that? My boys are 7 and 9. Where are the movies for those kids? There are some, yes, and we've watched them all. Many times. But it's such a small selection. So i was happy to see something new on the shelf. My son Tommy said, "Look dad, there's one we haven't seen!" like he'd just seen a flying saucer. So we took it home and watched two times over the weekend. My wife and I ended up watching it with them and loved it. Great, fun, life lessons, adventurous. It had everything. It inspired the boys the way the Hardy Boys inspired me as a kid. So I'm taking the time out of my day to make this comment. I think it's worth it to get the word out, because I know there are a lot more parents like us. And kudos to Henry Winkler and William Baldwin for raising the bar.
    8Missltg

    Family Friendly Film

    A sweet story beautifully shot in Montana. This film is well cast and it's fun to watch the great comedic timing between two of the 'comedy group' trained actors. They were a highlight! A Plumm Summer is "Family Friendly" and promises to appeal to both the kids and parents alike. No reason to cover little eyes or plug little ears. A great message without any holy roller aspects. With all that's going on in today's world A Plumm Summer was a refreshing respite and time well spent. Make plans to go see this movie this weekend. I know you'll enjoy it, bring the kids, if you don't have kids...bring the neighbor's kids. You'll be glad you did.
    10frankshamrock

    Heartwarming family film that delivers

    This film was recommended by a family friend and she was 100% on point in that recommendation. I watched it with my daughter, she is 11, and we both loved the film. I am a huge Henry Winkler and Lisa Guerrero fan so I was stoked to watch the movie. The story line was fun, filled with lots of entertaining twists and turns that made us both laugh out loud. Enjoyable characters and family friendly this was exactly was we needed during this lock down. I wish that this movie was on streaming so I could share with our middle school class, perfect fun and uplifting movie.
    7Balthazar-5

    A bucketful of charm and hidden depth...

    Viewed as a 'European Premiere' at the Belfast Cinemagic Children's Film Festival, this light-hearted family adventure film must surely win over all but the most hard-bitten cynics. Based on a real incident from the late 60s and set in deepest Montana, it centres on the theft of a children's TV star marionette named 'Froggy Doo' whose antics thrilled the under-8s in the area.

    In particular, he was the idol of young Rocky Plumm, younger son of failed boxer Mick Plumm, and younger brother of teenager Elliott. This is a film that could have been monumentally awful, but in the first half wins by the charm and audacity of its somewhat naive plot, and the way that its actors fit so seamlessly into the initially predictable characters.

    But, like many fine films, as it progresses, it undermines the assumptions that we have made about it. The idyllic family life is not so idyllic, the teenage love story gets muzzed by hormonal outbursts, and the love of cinema of the filmmakers shines through in endearing references to great films of the era in which it is set (plus or minus a decade).

    So, it's a comic family drama; it's a thriller; it's a reflection on the relationship between father and son, and it's a kookie, almost unclassifiable folk tale.

    It's not perfect, and there are a few cringe-making scenes where the elements of pastiche fall flat on their face, but it enjoyably reminds me of another massively under-valued film - Spaced Invaders. True cinephiles will also see elements of masterpieces of the era as diverse as 'El Dorado' and 'Blow-up'. And the real reason it is so good (of its type) is that it wears the filmmakers' love of cinema on its sleeve. And as a first film by director Caroline Zelder, it is full of great promise...

    Go and see this and give yourself a treat!
    6inkblot11

    A plum? Well, lovely scenery and a darling puppet mask more serious issues, so not for everyone

    Elliott Plumm (Chris Masoglia) and his younger brother, Rocky (Owen Pearce) live in knock-out gorgeous Montana in the early sixties. Their father, Mick (William Baldwin) drinks too much and never seems to have time for Elliott, seeming to prefer kindergartner Rocky. Mother Roxie (Laura Guerrero) is an attentive mother but she is getting fed up with Mick and his antics. More importantly, Elliott is shy and resents having to share a room with his little brother, even going so far as to dividing their room with a marker on the floor. Only Rocky is carefree, for he is young and enamored with the local television star-magician (Henry Winkler) and his darling frog marionette Froggy-Do. Changes occur. First, the Plumms get new neighbors, a single father and his daughter, who casts her eye on Elliott. Then, someone actually frog-naps Froggy-Do and the show can't go on, as the magic man won't go solo without his beloved sidekick. Can Elliott find Froggy-Do for the town and his brother Rocky? This film, set in knockout gorgeous Montana, has a light-hearted cover and a cute, cute puppet. But, beneath the story are serious issues, like divorce, alcoholism, and mental instability. So, in my view, not for every family. That said, the cast, costumes, script, direction, and all other amenities are quite fine. If you are searching for a family flick that might get the loved ones into an actual conversation, this would be one to try. But, if you are seeking a film that is sweetness and light, look for Beethoven's Big Break or, truly, any of the Beethoven movies.

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    • Trivia
      They're big in Italy! A Plumm Summer did $2million in box-office in Italy. Molto Bene.
    • Goofs
      After Elliott yelled at his father in prison he had tears on his cheeks. When he walked away, 3 seconds later, the tears where gone.
    • Connections
      References Leave It to Beaver (1957)
    • Soundtracks
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    • Release date
      • October 14, 2007 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
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    • Filming locations
      • Bozeman, Montana, USA
    • Production companies
      • Fairplay Pictures
      • Home Team Productions
      • Paramount Pictures
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $4,200,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $63,521
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $53,752
      • Apr 27, 2008
    • Gross worldwide
      • $63,521
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 39m(99 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • DTS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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