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2020 • Family / Comedy • 99m

Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made

"Small detective. Big imagination."

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An 11-year old boy believes that he is the best detective in town and runs the agency Total Failures with his best friend, an imaginary 1,200 pound polar bear.

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Winslow Fegley
Winslow Fegley
Timmy Failure
Ophelia Lovibond
Ophelia Lovibond
Patty Failure
Wallace Shawn
Wallace Shawn
Mr. Crocus
Craig Robinson
Craig Robinson
Mr. Jenkins
Kyle Bornheimer
Kyle Bornheimer
Crispin
Ai-chan Carrier
Ai-chan Carrier
Corrina Corrina
Chloe Coleman
Chloe Coleman
Molly Moskins
Kei
Kei
Rollo Tookus
Caitlin Weierhauser
Caitlin Weierhauser
Flo
Santiago Veizaga
Santiago Veizaga
Gunnar
Ruby Matenko
Ruby Matenko
Maxine Shellenberger
Nicole Anthony
Nicole Anthony
Mrs. Novachek
Allie Dunbar
Allie Dunbar
Vet Nurse
Brenda Matthews
Brenda Matthews
Store Owner
Christopher Martinez
Christopher Martinez
Gabe
Rob Campbell
Rob Campbell
Big Bearded Guy
Gareth Rees
Gareth Rees
Timmy's Dad
Darius Pierce
Darius Pierce
Purse Snatcher
Executive Producer: Kate ChurchillDirector: Tom McCarthyExecutive Producer: Michael BedermanProducer: Jim WhitakerScreenplay: Tom McCarthyProducer: Tom McCarthyScreenplay: Stephan Pastis

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r96sk
2020-11-19
50%

Forgettable. <em>'Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made'</em> is, simply put, not very good. The execution of the plot is underwhelming, while the ultra dry nature of the humour becomes tiresome quickly. I was giving it the benefit of the doubt for the most part, with the expectation of a decent pay off at the end... but that doesn't arrive. Winslow Fegley (brother of Oakes Fegley from <em>'Pete's Dragon'</em>) is alright in the lead, but the only cast member I'll remember is Craig Robinson - I, truly, liked his character, Mr. Jenkins. Ophelia Lovibond and Wallace Shawn are OK, I guess. I don't really have anything against the cast, to be honest. It's just everything else that gives this film a low rating from me. I will say I do like a few aspects. For example, there's a cool CGI polar bear from start-to-finish, but it literally never does anything of note. I also get the message they were aiming for, but they don't quite get there. I did find the dialogue good, in parts, though. It's harmless and, evidently, some will find enjoyment in this. For me, it isn't anything worth noting in terms of Disney releases.

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Alunauwie
2025-09-24
80%

Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made delivers a charming and imaginative story based on Stephan Pastis’ popular book series, blending humor, fantasy, and heart through its quirky main character and his polar bear sidekick. While the film’s creativity and strong performance by Winslow Fegley shine, certain mature themes and cultural portrayals may require parental guidance and raise sensitivity concerns. Despite minor flaws, the film succeeds in celebrating individuality, friendship, and viewing “failure” through a surprisingly uplifting lens. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)

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Status
Released
Origin
US
Languages
English
Studios
Walt Disney Pictures, Whitaker Entertainment, Slow Pony
Budget
$45,000,000

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