Movie

Sidekicks

“A dreamer and a champion. An unbeatable team.”

★ 5.3(194)19921h 41m

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Good to know

Director: Aaron Norris
Release date: 1992-12-17
Runtime: 1h 41m
Language: English
Box office: $17,200,000
Budget: $7,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Vision PDG

Sidekicks — trailer

About Sidekicks

Sidekicks is a 1992 movie in the Action, Adventure and Drama genres, directed by Aaron Norris, starring Jonathan Brandis, Chuck Norris and Beau Bridges. It has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.3/10 from 194 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Sidekicks in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Asthmatic teenager Barry Gabrewski is a daydreamer. Troubled by bullying, he escapes into a fantasy world where he is the sidekick to his martial arts hero, Chuck Norris, in a series of high-octane adventures taken right out of his movies. With help from his teacher's wise old uncle, Mr. Lee, Barry learns the finer points of martial arts and enters a karate championship.

Cast

Jonathan Brandis

Barry Gabrewski

Chuck Norris

Self

Beau Bridges

Jerry Gabrewski

Mako

Mr. Lee

Julia Nickson

Noreen Chan

Joe Piscopo

Kelly Stone

Danica McKellar

Lauren

John Buchanan

Randy Cellini

Richard Moll

Horn

Gerrit Graham

Mapes

Dennis Burkley

Hank

Dennis Letts

Man with dog

Themes & keywords

martial artsherokaratebullyingbullyteenage crushteenage boyhigh school studentmartial arts tournamentmartial arts trainingchinese restaurantasthmaticnunchakudaydreamingsidekick

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Sidekicks in South Africa?+

Sidekicks is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Sidekicks on Netflix?+

Sidekicks is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is Sidekicks?+

Sidekicks has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

Who stars in Sidekicks?+

Sidekicks stars Jonathan Brandis, Chuck Norris, Beau Bridges, Mako and Julia Nickson.

When did Sidekicks come out?+

Sidekicks is a 1992 movie directed by Aaron Norris.

What genre is Sidekicks?+

Sidekicks is Action, Adventure, Drama and Family film.

Who directed Sidekicks?+

Sidekicks was directed by Aaron Norris.