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Candy Jar

Play trailer Poster for Candy Jar 2018,  1h 32m,  Comedy Play Trailer Watchlist
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83% Tomatometer 6 Reviews 64% Popcornmeter 100+ Ratings
An introverted high school girl from a working-class background falls in love with her wealthy debate team nemesis and realizes they share more in common than they thought.

Critics Reviews

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Andrea Thompson The Spool Feb 4, 2019
The genius of Candy Jar is not in how much of Lona and Bennett's journey feels new. It's the sense of perspective and even realism inherent in their story that makes a case for the ways we can learn and grow from failure and loss. Go to Full Review
Leigh Paatsch Herald Sun (Australia) May 11, 2018
2.5/5
Though supposedly on the same side, Bennett and Lona will stop at nothing to one-up each other until ... well, what do you reckon? Go to Full Review
Jeffrey Lyles Lyles' Movie Files May 6, 2018
9/10
Candy Jar is a surprisingly sweet and touching teen romance drama that goes down easy and had me craving seconds. Go to Full Review
Eddie Strait The Daily Dot May 3, 2018
2.5/5
'Candy' turns out to be the most apropos way to describe Candy Jar. It's reliably sweet and empty, a fine choice for anyone looking for a light option. Go to Full Review
Barbara Shulgasser Common Sense Media May 2, 2018
3/5
Drama about debate team rivals has some cursing. Go to Full Review
Joe Reid Decider Apr 30, 2018
This is a highly watchable movie that doesn't break any new ground but will, at worst, make you think of a good half-dozen other great movies like it. Go to Full Review
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Audience Reviews

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Abraham S Apr 24, 2019 A fun, feel-good teen drama that surpasses expectations. Candy Jar is better than most Netflix teen flicks currently getting popular so it's a surprise this one didn't create some buzz. The story is sweet and although the acting was a bit off sometimes, it's still an enjoyable way to pass a boring evening. See more
Ron S Oct 27, 2018 This is bloody great. The writing is fantastic. The acting is - well really everything about it is top notch. Yes, it is overly sweet, predictable - it's Hollywood. But it put a smile on my face all the way through and if you like good craft in movies, this is a rare Netflix triumph. See more
Anakin R Oct 26, 2018 Why didnt this one receive the same kind of promo as the kissing booth or to all the boys ive loved before? There isnt even a photo in this page. Fix that one please! The entire stellar cast pulled through what could have been boring into something cute, funny and feel good and surpisingly refreshing cause woohoo debate and as someone who did imprompto speeches in high school it struck a chord with me. I signed up for feels and i got it. I was expecting for relatable woes, there it is. Chemistry between the leads, you got it. Strong supporting characters, yup, with a side of coke and fries. I cant believe they got crazy eyes here! I didnt recognize her at first dang. Anyway, 4/5 so darn charming! See more
Poe R Oct 14, 2018 just a sweet Sunday evening movie. Nothing profound, but it was fun.
Rey R Oct 8, 2018 It was very touching and had a well written positive message.
Leia M Sep 2, 2018 Feel good fun flick. Very relatable if you or your kid is heading to college. A lot of amazing performances including Uzo Aduba and Paul Tigue!! See more
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Candy Jar

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Movie Info

Synopsis An introverted high school girl from a working-class background falls in love with her wealthy debate team nemesis and realizes they share more in common than they thought.
Director
Ben Shelton
Producer
Judy Cairo, Michael A. Simpson
Screenwriter
Chad Klitzman
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 27, 2018
Runtime
1h 32m
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