Sky High
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Overview
It all begins when young Will Stronghold, the son of the two famous superheroes: Steve and Josie, A.K.A. the incredibly strong, seemingly invulnerable Commander and and the high-speed flying Jetstream. However, Will does not actually know if he has any powers of his own, and has not told his parents this. He and his best friend, Layla are facing th...
Director / Creator
Mike Mitchell
Writers
Paul Hernandez, Bob Schooley, Mark McCorkle
Top Cast
About Sky High (2005)
Filmoverview · cast · reception · where to watch
Overview
Sky High (2005) is a Action, Comedy, and Family film from United States. the film was directed by Mike Mitchell from a screenplay by Paul Hernandez and Bob Schooley. It runs 1 hour and 40 minutes and was produced primarily in English and Cantonese.
What it's about
It all begins when young Will Stronghold, the son of the two famous superheroes: Steve and Josie, A.K.A. the incredibly strong, seemingly invulnerable Commander and and the high-speed flying Jetstream. However, Will does not actually know if he has any powers of his own, and has not told his parents this. He and his best friend, Layla are facing their first day of a secret school in the clouds like none on earth: Sky High, the first and only high school for kids with super-human powers going through crime-fighting puberty. But with no apparent superpowers of his own, however, Will seems destined to grow up a mere sidekick. But as he discovers his true strengths, he'll also learn that it takes loyalty and teamwork to truly become a hero!
Cast and crew
The film stars Kurt Russell, Kelly Preston, and Michael Angarano in supporting roles. Writing credits go to Paul Hernandez, Bob Schooley, and Mark McCorkle, whose work establishes the story structure and dialogue throughout.
Critical reception
On IMDb, Sky High holds a rating of 6.3/10 based on 99,329 user votes. Rotten Tomatoes lists a critical score of 74%. Metacritic aggregates a score of 62/100 from professional reviewers. Notable recognition: 3 nominations total. These numbers place Sky High within the broader landscape of Action and Comedy cinema from 2005, giving viewers a benchmark before deciding to watch.
Where to watch
Sky High is currently available to stream with a subscription on Disney+. It can also be rented or purchased digitally through AppleTV, Amazon, and Fandango at Home. Streaming rights move between platforms regularly, so the providers shown above reflect current availability based on the most recent data we have on file.
Why Sky High is worth knowing
If you enjoy Action or Comedy films, Sky High offers a representative example of the genre's conventions and storytelling style. As a 2005 release, it sits within a specific moment in film history, making it a useful reference point for understanding how action evolved during that period. Performances from Kurt Russell and Kelly Preston are central to the work, and tracking their broader filmographies can lead to other titles you may want to add to your watchlist. Use VidScio to identify scenes, find related movies, and keep Sky High on your watchlist for later.
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