Nolan Byrd is a scrawny and shy 9th grader who, like all the other kids, is bullied by Bubba Bixby. When their teacher, Mr. Green allows the students to do a computer project, Nolan, who has a particular knack with technology, decides to catch Bubba in action.
Acting
Devon Werkheiser's full commitment to nerd-rage transformation.
Direction
Savage Steve Holland's signature cartoonish teen comedy style.
Director
Savage Steve Holland
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on Wendelin Van Draanen's book series; Holland also directed Better Off Dead and One Crazy Summer, explaining the unhinged energy.
This premiered on Nickelodeon during the peak 'tween TV movie' era—when Disney and Nick battled for Saturday night dominance with aggressively forgettable content.
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