The Peanut Butter Falcon
Directed by Tyler Nilson, Michael SchwartzA down-on-his-luck crab fisherman embarks on a journey to get a young man with Down syndrome to a professional wrestling school in rural North Carolina and away from the retirement home where he’s lived for the past two and a half years.
The Peanut Butter Falcon Ratings & Reviews
- mars0ne69January 22, 2026Good and joyful
- Michael JohnsonDecember 18, 2025The Peanut Butter Falcon is a genuinely refreshing film that feels both original and heartfelt. It’s driven by strong, natural performances, especially from Zack Gottsagen, and a warmth that never feels forced or sentimental. The movie blends humor, emotion, and a sense of adventure in a way that feels honest and grounded, letting its characters and moments speak for themselves. With its relaxed tone and meaningful themes of belonging, friendship, and self-belief, it stands out as a movie that doesn’t try too hard to impress but succeeds by being sincere, uplifting, and deeply moving.
- trrsSeptember 15, 2025Decent. Weak drop off toward the end but light hearted easy watch.
- Richard SSeptember 6, 2025Excellent film. Lots of heart and hope throughout, evoked all kinds of emotions
- JoelJune 1, 2025Very wholesome, but this made me realize I don’t think I’ve ever seen Dakota Johnson without bangs
- kneilsonhallMay 25, 2025Decent acting, good cinematography, mediocre writing.
- Scott BeckApril 15, 2025Great movie. But I wish it ended with a little more to it.
- HakihikoDecember 16, 2024A Heartfelt Journey of Friendship and Dreams "The Peanut Butter Falcon" is a heartfelt and uplifting film that balances humor and emotion beautifully. It follows the journey of Zak, a young man with Down syndrome who escapes a care home to pursue his dream of becoming a professional wrestler, and Tyler, a troubled fisherman who becomes an unlikely companion. Their bond is the heart of the story, and the film handles its themes of friendship, acceptance, and personal growth with sincerity. The performances are solid, especially Zack Gottsagen as Zak, whose authenticity and charm anchor the film, and Shia LaBeouf as Tyler, who brings depth to his flawed but redeemable character. The story, while touching and enjoyable, is somewhat predictable, with its underdog road-trip formula sticking closely to familiar beats. At times, the narrative feels a bit too neat and avoids delving deeply into the more complex aspects of its characters' struggles. However, the chemistry between the leads and the film's earnest tone make up for these shortcomings. The scenic Southern backdrop and folksy soundtrack enhance the film's laid-back and heartfelt atmosphere, creating a visually and aurally pleasing experience. While "The Peanut Butter Falcon" may not break new ground, its sincerity and charm make it an enjoyable and uplifting watch.
The Peanut Butter Falcon Trivia
The Peanut Butter Falcon was released on August 23, 2019.
The Peanut Butter Falcon was directed by Tyler Nilson, Michael Schwartz.
The Peanut Butter Falcon has a runtime of 1h 36m.
The Peanut Butter Falcon was produced by Ron Yerxa, Tim Zajaros, Albert Berger, Christopher Lemole, Lije Sarki, David Thies.
A down-on-his-luck crab fisherman embarks on a journey to get a young man with Down syndrome to a professional wrestling school in rural North Carolina and away from the retirement home where he’s lived for the past two and a half years.
The key characters in The Peanut Butter Falcon are Tyler (Shia LaBeouf), Zak (Zack Gottsagen), Eleanor (Dakota Johnson).
The Peanut Butter Falcon is rated PG-13.
The Peanut Butter Falcon is a Comedy, Drama, Adventure film.
The Peanut Butter Falcon has an audience rating of 9.6 out of 10.
The Peanut Butter Falcon had a budget of $6.2M.
The Peanut Butter Falcon has made $23.7M at the box office.