i am sam (2001)

I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997)

I Know What You Did Last Summer follows four friends who cover up a deadly hit-and-run accident. A year later, they begin receiving mysterious messages and are stalked by a hook-wielding killer who knows their secret, forcing them to confront the past before it destroys them. Email: Childishgrownups3@gmail.com IG: Thechildishgrownupsshow

John Q (2002)

This was yall pick this week (stoop kids). John Q follows John Quincy Archibald, a hardworking father whose world falls apart when his young son collapses and urgently needs a heart transplant. After discovering that his insurance won't cover the life-saving procedure and running out of legal options, John takes a desperate step by holding a hospital emergency room hostage to force doctors to save his son's life. The film explores the lengths a parent will go to for their child while raising questions about healthcare, morality, and sacrifice. Balancing intense drama with emotional family moments, John Q is ultimately a story about a father's unwavering love and determination in the face of an impossible situation. Email: Childishgrownups3@gmail.com IG: Thechildishgrownupsshow

i am sam (2001)

This week on The Childish Grownups Show, we're discussing I Am Sam (2001), a heartfelt drama about Sam Dawson, a loving father with an intellectual disability who raises his daughter, Lucy, on his own. As Lucy grows older and begins to surpass her father intellectually, social services question Sam's ability to care for her and seek to remove her from his custody. Determined to keep his family together, Sam fights for his parental rights with the help of a high-powered attorney who initially takes his case to improve her image but ultimately learns valuable lessons about love, family, and what it truly means to be a good parent. Starring Sean Penn and Dakota Fanning, I Am Sam explores themes of unconditional love, parenthood, acceptance, and the idea that a person's worth can't be measured by intelligence alone. Email: Childishgrownups3@gmail.com Instagram: Thechildishgrownupsshow

The Flintstones (1994)

A trip back to Bedrock! This 1994 family comedy brought one of television's most beloved cartoons to life, mixing prehistoric gags, colorful set designs, and a story about friendship, loyalty, and the dangers of chasing success at the expense of the people who matter most Email: Childishgrownups3@gmail.com IG: Thechildishgrownupsshow

The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)

For this episode of The Childish Grownups Show, we're revisiting The Pursuit of Happyness, the inspiring true story of Chris Gardner's journey from homelessness to success. We break down the film's most emotional moments, discuss its themes of perseverance, fatherhood, and determination, and explore why it remains one of Will Smith's most powerful performances. Along the way, we rank our favorite Will Smith roles from throughout his career, debate where The Pursuit of Happyness lands among his best work, and take a nostalgic detour by trying some classic '90s snacks that brought back plenty of childhood memories. It's a mix of heartfelt movie discussion, laughs, and nostalgia that only The Childish Grownups Show can deliver. Grab your favorite snack and join us for the ride! Email: Childishgrownups3@gmail.com IG: Thechildishgrownupsshow