Kim Possible: The Movie, it’s actually entertaining for kids 6 and up

“actually” isn’t a word that people want to see associated with a film. More often than not it’s in surprise to a film that’s received bad buzz or low expectations. However, with Kim Possible, we-along with our 9 and 7 year old sons were actually impressed with the film and quite enjoyed it. Neither child was familiar with the characters, while they might have seen the cartoon briefly on Disney XD, it never made it into our regular rotation. Factor in that the animated series stopped running in 2007 it’s understandable why the name isn’t front and center with some the elementary aged audience.

As a show on the Disney Channel it was a massive hit in the early 2000’s. It was funny, had solid writing and great animation. Kim Possible was also the longest running show on Disney Channel, until Phineas and Ferb took over that mantle in 2012. This movie was an original presentation on Disney Channel in 2019 and it has a lot going for it.

We were not fans of the show back in the day. Seeing how the show was presented on television then and seeing this movie now I completely understand how those that grew up, or had fond memories of it will scowl at this film.  I would be the same way if they ever do a live-action Phineas and Ferb or make Gilligan’s Island into a feature length film.           

Aside from a pneumonic device, Kim Possible is a fun character who is effortless to watch. The characters are immediately evident as to their traits, flaws and habits. Kim Possible in confident, athletic and always game to save the day, while Ron Stoppable is goofier, not as athletic, but provides the team with needed enthusiasm and Mexican food. The supporting cast in Kim Possible is high school and Kim’s first day. She’s used to saving the world from campy villains, but can she handle high school?

As we watched the film our 9 year-old was laughing much more than I thought he would. The laughs were consistent and he really enjoyed the action segments also. Kim Possible has more action in the front end of the film and that certainly assisted his action oriented personality as it progressed. In the middle of the film it’s more about different types of friends and handling high school than dealing with super villains.

His 7 year-old brother didn’t enjoy the film as much, but gamely stuck his head in the room when the action came on again. I even enjoyed the film and it reminded me of the pleasant, non-offensive entertainment that you’ll see on Disney Channel. It’s fun stuff that you might not say that you watch when you’re with your friends, but it’ll be enjoyable when you’re at home.

We received a copy of Kim Possible on DVD. All thoughts are our own.