Fat Kid Rules the World (film)

Fat Kid Rules the World is a 2012 comedy-drama film directed by Matthew Lillard in his directorial debut. It is based on the book of the same name and stars Jacob Wysocki, Matt O'Leary, and Billy Campbell.

Plot
17-year-old Troy Billings (Wysocki) is overweight and suicidal. He's saved by Marcus (O'Leary) from jumping in front of a bus and begins an uneasy friendship with Marcus. Marcus then enlists the musically challenged Troy to become the drummer in a new punk rock band. As Troy's relationship with Marcus grows, Troy's father (Campbell) becomes increasingly concerned about his son's new friendship.

Cast

 * Jacob Wysocki as Troy
 * Matt O'Leary as Marcus
 * Billy Campbell as Mr. Billings
 * Dylan Arnold as Dayle
 * Tyler Trerise as Manoj
 * Russell Hodgkinson as Marcus' Stepfather
 * Julian Gavilanes as Matt
 * Sean Donavan as Ollie
 * Lili Simmons as Isabel
 * Jeffrey Doornbos as Mr. Sherman
 * Matthew Lillard as Guidance Counsellor

Reception
Fat Kid Rules the World received positive reviews from critics and audiences, earning an 84% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.