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Charlie Talbert, George C. Scott, Kathy Bates, Ariana Richards, Chris Owen ... see more see more... , James Van Der Beek , Kevin Connolly , Yvette Freeman , Salim Grant , James Keane , Anna Levine , Wesley Mann , Rita Moreno , Monty O'Grady , Lawrence Pressman , Beth Richards , Irvin Kershner , Robert Curtis-Brown , Grant Hoover , Bob Pepper , Anna Thomson (II) , Anna Thomson , Charlie Talbert-Spiller , Robert Curtis Brown

High schooler Angus (Charlie Talbert), a jumbo-sized lad, seems underappreciated in all aspects of his life: he is a standout offensive lineman on the football team, but golden-boy quarterback Rick (J... read more read more...ames Van der Beek) gets all the accolades for his blood, sweat, and pass-blocking; he is also an outstanding student, but his classmates still regard him as a dork; the girl of his dreams (Arian Richards), Rick's girlfriend, seems to ignore him. Only when Angus musters the courage to put on a maroon tuxedo and head off to the school dance at the urging of his loving, free-spirit mom (Kathy Bates) does he finally get the recognition he deserves (as does Rick, who attempts to publicly humiliate Angus with a cruel prank). While the story is familiar, director Patric Johnson and the entire cast infuse the film with real warmth, making Angus a winner (as does its refreshing attitude toward violence). ~ Jeremy Beday, Rovi

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PG-13, 1 hr. 35 min.

Directed by: Patrick Read Johnson

Release Date: September 15, 1995

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DVD Release Date: March 19, 1996

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  • LWOODS04
    September 1, 2009
    LWOODS04
    I think this movie is really funny. Love the quirkiness of the friendship.
  • YLOWBSTARDreturns
    February 9, 2008
    YLOWBSTARDreturns
    Great childhood favorite.
  • puffchunk
    November 30, 2007
    puffchunk
    Don't remember much about it. Not great for sure.
  • bomber4lyf3
    November 8, 2011
    bomber4lyf3
    Summary:
    A fat, socially awkward, good-at-science kid and his story of getting the girl of his dreams to at the very least, notice him. Sounds typical, right? Well this one is good.

    The Good:
    The characters, Angus in particular, is actually interesting and someone you can ac... read moretually care about. I also liked how the pushed the idea that no one is normal, and I love some of the things that Angus says. Very witty. Good soundtrack too.

    The Bad:
    It kind of follows the same formula for these type of movies but I feel that this one is different in a way.

    Ratings:
    Acting: 9/10
    Story: 6/10
    Originality: 6/10
    Soundtrack: 9/10
    Characters: 9/10
    Overall: 8/10
  • ileo
    December 25, 2007
    ileo
    My absolute favorite movie! Loved the music!!
  • DigitalDubster
    October 7, 2011
    DigitalDubster
    "Angus" is a movie from my childhood that struck all the right chords for me. The relationships between the characters are really genuine and heartfelt. The film carries a lot of weight with its message, and it's a very relatable story.

    Angus is a "fat kid" and is ridiculed at ... read morehis school by Rick Sanford... who hasn't been bullied before? That's exactly why this movie works!

    It's full of awkward laughs, quirky wit and dialogue and it's all wrapped up nicely with a 90s soundtrack, what's not to like here? Recommended.
  • santasgift73
    January 14, 2010
    santasgift73
    a great comin of age film.Funny with just enough heart without being overly mushy.For preteen n up though
  • AndySitzerFan
    June 28, 2008
    AndySitzerFan
    I thought this movie was great as a kid. I haven't revisited it since. All i remember is Green Day was on the soundtrack...
  • anotherwhitemeat
    March 2, 2008
    anotherwhitemeat
    It's funny how movies can remind you of a time or place or even feelings. I can honestly say the only reason I watched this movie was because I felt obligated after wearing the soundtrack thin. I'm pretty sure I would watch it again just to hear 'You Gave Your Love to Me Softly."
  • anwart42k3
    January 27, 2008
    anwart42k3
    i loved this movie after highschool i know the trouble of being overweight and falling for the it gurl in school

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Susan Wloszczyna
January 1, 2000
Susan Wloszczyna, USA Today

For a movie that extols the virtues of being different, Angus is a frustratingly ordinary story of a high-school underdog: a chow hound in puppy love.

Stefan Birgir Stefansson
May 8, 2008
Stefan Birgir Stefansson, sbs.is

quite heartwarming

Emanuel Levy
February 12, 2007
Emanuel Levy, EmanuelLevy.Com

Considering how uunusal the film's family setting is--a boy growing up with gay dad and lesbian mother--and talent caliber (George C. Scott and Kathy Bates), Angus is a particularly disappointing film... Full Review

Brian Mckay
March 21, 2003
Brian Mckay, eFilmCritic.com

A plodding, teen cookie-cutter "nerds are people too" story. Hamfisted and dull.

Clint Morris
September 17, 2002
Clint Morris, Moviehole

Family-Friendly and uplifting story for any underdog

Godfrey Cheshire
March 26, 2009
Godfrey Cheshire, Variety

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Janet Maslin
May 20, 2003
Janet Maslin, New York Times

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Kevin Thomas
August 15, 2002
Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times

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Peter Stack
June 18, 2002
Peter Stack, San Francisco Chronicle

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April 12, 2002
Globe and Mail

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