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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (2025) is the fourth animated movie in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid movie series that is based on Jeff Kinney's novel of the same name and it follows Greg as he tries to stay on his father's good side to avoid going to Spag Union. I just got done watching this movie a couple of hours ago and it was good.

Positives for Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (2025): The story is good for the character of Greg as we see him do dumb things and learn from them. The voice acting from the cast is still really good. The animation style looks just as good as the other animated movies. The pacing of the story is good and I wasn't bored watching the movie. And finally, I like how Greg and his dad end their story on good terms during their camping trip.

Negatives for Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (2025): The story is almost exactly like Dog Days (2012) except this movie is adapting one novel instead of two. Greg's character arc is very predictable from the start of the movie. Rowley is a background character for most of the movie. And finally, Greg's mother does some dumb stuff that annoyed me.

Overall, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (2025) is a good animated movie in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid movie series to watch at home and I'm okay with that. I do look forward to seeing Jeff Kinney adapt the rest of his novels into animated movies and that makes me happy.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw is an animated film that puts Greg's wimpy ways to the test. It is packed full of adventure and nostalgia for the original movie and books. It was a lot of fun to watch.

This movie is adapted from the third installment of Jeff Kinney's worldwide bestselling book series. It follows Greg Heffley (Aaron Harris) as he continually manages to spin disasters out of thin air. Greg's dad, Frank (Chris Diamantopoulos), has had enough of Greg's nonsense and decides that only military school will straighten his son out. Greg creates a plan to prove that he is able to turn himself around on his own. This creates an adventure that is full of twists and turns as well as multiple unfortunate events. It also provides relatable content for anyone who is trying to figure out how to be seen as an adult. Unfortunately, for Greg, this includes everything from rattling keys to mowing snow.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw had animation that made it seem like a graphic novel that had come to life. It would go from 2D images from the book and shift into 3D movie images. Each transition included a literal page turn that was seamless and engaging. It felt like you were part of the book. The humor from the books stayed on-point in the movie. The scene where Greg was trying to figure out how to use a door key was hilarious. The pressure built by Greg's father could be felt as Greg fumbled and failed to successfully open the door. It seemed like his father's head might explode at any moment. Greg's Beef Cake Snow Removal Service also was comedic. Every kid tries to take a short cut at some time in their life, but Greg's shortcut was surprising and catastrophic. It was definitely a wide-eyed, oh my-moment. The movie is full of these types of situations. It truly targets fun for younger audiences.

The show's message is that growing up is tough. Everyone struggles with becoming an adult, and it is okay to stumble as you figure it out. This show has no violence or inappropriate language.

I give Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 12. It is available for streaming on Disney+ beginning December 5, 2025.

By Kinsley H., KIDS FIRST!

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (2025) is a charming and engaging entry in the beloved franchise, focusing on the ever-troubled Greg Heffley and his father's growing frustration. The story revolves around the father considering sending Greg to a boarding-style school to help him get his life together, while the family embarks on a bonding experience through a Boy Scout-type adventure. This setup provides a heartwarming exploration of father-son dynamics, emphasizing connection, growth, and understanding, which is well-executed throughout the film.

The screenplay is clever and well-paced, blending humor with moments of genuine emotion. The banter between Greg and his father captures both the frustration and love inherent in their relationship, delivering laughs while also touching on relatable familial struggles. The story manages to maintain the franchise's signature comedic style without losing depth or emotional resonance.

The casting and performances are strong overall, with Greg's father portrayed convincingly, highlighting the challenges and responsibilities of parenting. The green pool scenes stand out as particularly well-crafted, providing both comedic and narrative value. However, Rodrick's character feels oddly altered, appearing less scrappy and more subdued than expected, which slightly diminishes the sibling dynamic fans have come to expect.

Direction and cinematography effectively balance comedic timing with visual storytelling, making the family adventure sequences engaging and fun to watch. The set pieces feel lively and immersive, keeping audiences invested in Greg's misadventures and the family's collaborative efforts.

Overall, Disney delivers another solid adaptation of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. While it has minor flaws in character consistency, it remains enjoyable, funny, and heartfelt, appealing to both longtime fans and newcomers alike.

This installment succeeds in combining humor, family dynamics, and clever storytelling, proving the franchise still has charm and relevance in 2025.

Okay, maybe the franchise isn't really getting worse. But this movie is still mid. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw is a mediocre book adaptation that maybe has some effort, but there can be other times where it is exactly what I can expect from other movies of the franchise. The plot contains a predictable trope, the comedy is a hit and miss, the characters get despicable at times, and while I admire the animation's effort on improving a little bit, it still looks cheap. However, there are some touching moments with a little bit of character development in the climax that can keep this from ending up a lot worse. In terms of my recommendation, I think it will mostly appeal to fans of the book series. If you're a huge Diary of a Wimpy Kid fan and want to catch on to the movies, maybe this could be worth a watch. If not, then I don't really see the rush in watching this. At this point, I won't be expecting much from future movies of the franchise. 'Cuz with this movie, all I can say is that like Greg himself, it does have its own troubles. But at least I can appreciate how it tries to show effort to redeem itself.

To be honest, as someone who watched this when I was 6, right when it came out, I can say I genuinely had such a wonderfully amusing time back then. Live action films like the early 2010 remakes of the diary of a wimpy kid, along with things like The LEGO Movie, The Avengers, and The Hunger Games, are all incredibly nostalgic for me. My sibling who's 19 now still enjoys watching childhood films just as much as I do. It's mainly because there simply aren't many films or shows these days that really grab my interest. It's not about who they're aimed at, but rather the quality of the story. For me, watching a film is all about how it makes you feel, and no one else gets to decide that for you. So don't let anyone friends, family, or anyone at all tell you you're too old for something. People can enjoy whatever they like, and if that happens to be childhood films, then that's perfectly fine.