Better Nate Than Ever
Every adventure begins with a dream.
2022 | 92m | English
Popularity: 3 (history)
| Director: | Tim Federle |
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| Writer: | Tim Federle |
| Staring: |
| 13-year-old Nate Foster has big Broadway dreams but there’s only one problem — he can’t even land a part in the school play. When his parents leave town, Nate and his best friend Libby sneak off to the Big Apple for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to prove everyone wrong. A chance encounter with Nate’s long-lost Aunt Heidi turns his journey upside-down, and together they must learn that life’s greatest adventures are only as big as your dreams. | |
| Release Date: | Mar 15, 2022 |
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| Director: | Tim Federle |
| Writer: | Tim Federle |
| Genres: | Family, Comedy, Music |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, musical, lgbt, broadway musical, musical theater, gay theme |
| Production Companies | Walt Disney Pictures, Marc Platt Productions |
| Box Office |
Revenue: $0
Budget: $0 |
| Updates |
Updated: Feb 01, 2025 Entered: Apr 13, 2024 |
| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Rueby Wood | Nate Foster |
| Lisa Kudrow | Aunt Heidi |
| Joshua Bassett | Anthony Foster |
| Aria Brooks | Libby |
| Norbert Leo Butz | Rex |
| Michelle Federer | Sherrie |
| Finn Egan-Liang | Jimmy Madison |
| Pierson Salvador | Tall Middle Schooler |
| Mandy Gonzalez | Mrs. Wadsworth |
| Jimmy Ray Bennett | Fantasy Audition Greeter |
| Brandon Espinoza | Local Guy |
| Kim Rios Lin | Stage Mom |
| Kylie Kuioka | Stage Daughter |
| Krystina Alabado | Assistant Casting Director |
| Brooks Ashmanskas | Casting Director |
| Tamika Lawrence | Drugstore Employee |
| Priscilla Lopez | Serious Play Casting Director |
| George Benson | George Benson |
| Keola Simpson | Garret Kekoa |
| Anaseini Katoa | Director |
| Natasha Yvette Williams | Principal |
| Natalie Kaye Clater | Kimmy |
| Freddy Zambrana | Pedestrian (uncredited) |
| Tess Goldwyn | Heidi's Competition |
| Name | Job |
|---|---|
| Gabriel Mann | Original Music Composer |
| Declan Quinn | Director of Photography |
| Jane Musky | Production Design |
| Guy Efrat | Unit Production Manager |
| Danielle Rigby | First Assistant Director |
| Brad Robinson | Second Assistant Director |
| Peter Baran | Art Direction |
| Keri Lederman | Set Decoration |
| Martha Melendez | Makeup Department Head |
| Rob Harmon | Hairstylist |
| Lex Hogan | Script Supervisor |
| Alexis Wiscomb | Post Production Supervisor |
| Glenfield Payne | Supervising Sound Editor |
| Gilbert Gertsen | Special Effects Coordinator |
| Blake Goedde | Visual Effects Supervisor |
| Isabelle Henault | Visual Effects Producer |
| Ed Bruce | Visual Effects Supervisor |
| Jack Dolman | Music Editor |
| Tarik Morgan | Electrician |
| Stephanie Barr | Key Makeup Artist |
| Kirsten Sylvester | Makeup Artist |
| Nathan J. Busch II | Hair Department Head |
| Shellie Biviens | Key Hair Stylist |
| Tim Federle | Screenplay, Director |
| Katie McQuerrey | Editor |
| Pamela Thur | Unit Production Manager |
| Zachary Woodlee | Choreographer |
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| Adam Siegel | Producer |
| Marc Platt | Producer |
| Organization | Category | Person |
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Popularity History
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| 2024 | 4 | 13 | 18 | 9 |
| 2024 | 5 | 15 | 23 | 11 |
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| 2025 | 1 | 10 | 14 | 7 |
| 2025 | 2 | 8 | 11 | 3 |
| 2025 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 1 |
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| 2025 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
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| 2025 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
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This has one really fantastic musical number in it, the rest of the film ranges from “alright” to “pretty good”. Kinda felt like it didn’t live up to its cinematic potential in a lot of its technical areas but the performances and direction are solid! Mostly left me a bit disappointed that we didn’t ... get something that much better, because there’s lots to like here.
#FilmReview #BetterNateThanEver #DisneyPlus Recently released on Disney+, "Better Nate Than Ever" is a delightful watch filled with fun moments and plenty of laughter. It was a treat to see Lisa Kudrow, known for her role as Phoebe in the TV show Friends, back on screen. Her comedic timing and ... mannerisms are as charming as ever, making her a joy to watch in any role. The movie follows a child's dream of making it to Broadway despite facing rejection and feeling isolated. It beautifully portrays the message that perfection is not a prerequisite for success; hard work and determination are what truly matter. While the film is packed with classic Disney moments, there is a particularly emotional scene involving a young man and his brother portrayed by Joshua Bassett that tugs at the heartstrings. "Better Nate Than Ever" is a heartwarming family film that is both entertaining and touching.