In 1995, Disney released a movie that, on paper, was a standard "kids at summer camp" flick. But Heavyweights became something much more enduring. Written by Judd Apatow and directed by Steven Brill

The movie follows a group of kids at a summer weight-loss camp whose lives are turned upside down when a fitness fanatic, Tony Perkis, takes over. It is often cited as a "useful story" for its themes of self-confidence and standing up against bullying. Summary of the Story

Released in theaters on February 17, 1995, Heavyweights was not a major box office hit upon its initial run. It was made on a $10 million budget and earned $17.7 million, a modest return. The film's critical reception was similarly mixed.

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