Heavyweights

Ben Stilleris a prolific comedic actor, writer, and director.

Prior to the sci-fi series, Stiller helped develop the miniseriesEscape at Dannemora, which was critically acclaimed.

In addition to his TV directing, Stiller has also helmed films such asReality BitesandZoolander.

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Now, Stiller speaks about his 1990s comedy flop that ended up becoming a cult classic decades later.

Speaking on social media,Stillerreacts toHeavyweights' change in reception over time.

The actor was responding to a post that calledHeavyweights"the most underrated Disney movie of all time."

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“And he “doesn’t think it will be at the head of the Disney+ queue ever.”

However,Disney+also posted a response to this statement, confirming they remember the film.

It’s $17.6 million gross was based ona budget of $10 million.

Gerry and Roy from Heavyweights

Heavyweights' theatrical performance is far from its full story.

That said,Heavyweights' theatrical performance is far from its full story.

The audience score on Rotten Tomatoes now reflects this growth, as it stands at a respectable 77%.

Three kids in close-up looking dejected in Heavyweights

As of 2019, it is also available on Disney+.

Given how many hits he has made, Stiller could be a marketable way to getHeavyweightsmore exposure.

The movie’s popularity on home video also shows that the film can survive outside of theaters.

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