Boys Go To Jupiter is a Wonderfully Weird Ride For All

Review by The CriX Files

On Wednesday, my awesome boss sent me a link for an animated feature called “Boys Go To Jupiter,” written and directed by Julian Glander (Summer Camp Island). 

By Thursday, I had watched his feature film debut four times and am ready to buy it outright. 

Here’s why.

BGTJ follows Billy5000 and his friends as they navigate their way through another year in Floridian suburbia. Teenaged Billy5000 is on a tear after dropping out of school and taking a gig delivering for Grubster, as he wants to earn $5000 before New Year’s Eve so he can leave town. But his mission is constantly interrupted by his goofball friends (Beatbox, Peanut, and Freckles) an old classmate (Rozario Dolphin aka Rosebud), her mother (Dr. Dolphin), and the cutest gelatinous alien you’ll ever meet named “Donut’ (who reminded me of a squishmallow). 

Netflix’s ‘Haunted Hotel' Official Trailer Debut

This month Netflix is celebrating its adult animated comedy slate and the release of Genndy Tartakovsky's Fixed (August 13) and Raphael Bob-Waksberg's Long Story Short (August 22) with a week of announcements and asset debuts for our upcoming series, giving fans a preview of the hilarious new movie and shows that are guaranteed to deliver plenty of laughs. For over a decade, Netflix has been making adult animated series, starting with the groundbreaking BoJack Horseman—hailed as one of the best TV shows of all time — which set a new bar for adult animated storytelling and paved the way for a string of daring and culturally-defining comedies, including Big Mouth, which celebrated its finale earlier this summer, F is for Family, Disenchantment, Tuca & Bertie and more. We’re excited to partner with visionary creators to bring our new slate of animated adult comedies to members around the globe. In addition to Genndy Tartakovsky's Fixed and Raphael Bob-Waksberg's Long Story Short, upcoming shows include Matt Roller's Haunted Hotel, releasing September 19; and Brutus Pink’s Mating Season, arriving in 2026.

Animated Comedy BOYS GO TO JUPITER Opening in Over 40 Theaters

Tomorrow, Cartuna and Irony Point kick off the release for Julian Glander’s surreal animated coming-of-age comedy Boys Go to Jupiter. A rare independent animated feature to receive a theatrical release, the film, which features a stacked cast of comedy icons and rising stars, opens August 8 in New York at the IFC Center and August 15 in Los Angeles at Laemmle Glendale, with a limited theatrical expansion to follow.

NPR’s Planet Money host Jack Corbett stars in his first film role as Billy 5000, a teenager in suburban Florida desperately trying to make $5,000 when his winter break is turned upside down by the arrival of a bizarre creature from another world. It mixes deadpan, absurdist comedy with lo-fi musical numbers—headlined by an enchanting original song by Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Miya Folick, who voices Billy’s crush Rozebud—for an animated coming-of-age adventure destined for cult status. 

Get FREAKED With Drafthouse Films

FREAKED HAS ARRIVED IN GLORIOUS 4K!

Enter the sideshow and rediscover FREAKED in 4K Dolby Vision from a brand NEW restoration including hours of NEW extras, TWO extensive books, a retro comic, an alternative workprint cut, and much more!

In collaboration with Umbrella Entertainment and Alex Winter, Drafthouse have spawned a mutated Collector's Edition with NEW art from Thom Nicolette, a 100+ page hardback book with NEW essays, the original script, stickers, art cards, poster, and a replica pamphlet from the film.

Super Villains Go On Work Release in DISPATCH Video Game

Dispatch is a superhero workplace comedy set in modern-day Los Angeles. Players step into the boots of Robert Robertson (AKA Mecha Man), a former superhero who is forced to manage a dysfunctional crew of flawed ex-villains from behind a desk. While the main goal is to strategically send the team on epic missions, players must also navigate messy relationships, office politics, and life-or-death decisions. Every choice matters and affects the game’s narrative.

Dispatch’s misfits are brought to life by a stunning cast which includes Aaron Paul (Breaking Bad), Laura Bailey (The Last of Us II), Erin Yvette (The Wolf Among Us), Jeffrey Wright (Westworld), Travis Willingham (The Legend of Vox Machina), Alanah Pearce (Cyberpunk 2077), Matthew Mercer (Critical Role), MoistCr1TiKaL, Jacksepticeye, Lance Cantstopolis, Joel Haver, THOT SQUAD, and other talents from every corner of entertainment.

Netflix's Haunted Hotel from the Creators of Rick & Morty

A single mother of two struggles to run a haunted hotel with the help of her estranged brother, who is now one of the ghosts haunting the hotel and thinks the other ghosts have some pretty good ideas. 

Titmouse will serve as the studio with Chris Prynoski, Shannon Prynoski, Antonio Canobbio and Ben Kalina also acting as Executive Producers.

Clueless Back in Theatres Nationwide June 29-30

Fathom’s Big Screen Classics 2025 series continues in June with the fan-favorite comedy Clueless—returning to theatres nationwide on June 29-30.

Ok, so you’re probably going “Is this like a Noxzema commercial or what?” But seriously, Clueless—the endlessly quotable, always fashionable, hilariously iconic 90s comedy—is coming to select cinemas to celebrate its 30th anniversary!

The NAKED GUN Trailer Drops in your Unprepared Lap

At times like these, the world needs an unflinching force for good to stand before the twisted machinations of evil. To fight the good fight we call upon one man, stone faced and without fear, not because he is boundlessly courageous, but because he just doesn't know any better. It's time for a hero with no common sense at all...

CLONE COPS Replicates in Theaters & VOD January 31

Freestyle Digital Media has announced the official release of the sci-fi action comedy Clone Cops. The nightmare tech-comedy is the feature directorial debut of Danny Dones. Clone Cops tells the story of an alternate future where a gang of outlaws must defend their lives against an assault from the hottest product on the market -- a disposable police force cloned in a lab and programmed for violence. The gang battles waves of replicating security forces until they discover a shocking secret about who they are and what they're up against. 

Clone Cops will open theatrically in select markets Friday, January 31, including Los Angeles, New York City and Nashville, for weeklong runs. The same day, audiences across North America will be able to rent or own Clone Cops on Cable VOD and Digital HD, including Apple TV, Prime Video and Fandango at Home.

Get Your Paul Rudd Fix with the Trailer for DEATH OF A UNICORN

There are as many tales of unicorns as there are non-derivative names for Squishmallows in our universe. Tales of innocence and magic, bravery and, sadly, virgins leading the majestic creatures to their doom. But what if every day, modern people came across this fabled creature? 50 50 shot they'd call either a circus, museum, or pharmaceutical company in the next 30 minutes...you know..after the glow wore off. 

The Wayans Bros.: The Complete Series to DVD February 4, 2025

Fans of the groundbreaking 90s sitcom The Wayans Bros. can now relive the laughs and unforgettable moments when Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment brings The Wayans Bros.: The Complete Series to DVD for the first time ever on February 4, 2025. The DVD set includes 101 episodes from all five seasons. Pre-order your copy today.

Premiering in 1995, The Wayans Bros. quickly became a fan favorite with its hilarious mix of family dynamics, quirky characters, and memorable one-liners. Following the misadventures of two distinctly different brothers sharing an apartment in New York City, the series was a cultural touchstone for '90s television blending physical humor, clever wit, and heartfelt moments.

NEON Sets Home Ent Launch for Sean Baker's ANORA

Award-winning film studio NEON announced today that Anora, the Palme d'Or-winning film from acclaimed writer and director Sean Baker, will be available for digital purchase starting tomorrow, December 17th. This launch comes on the heels of Anora’s record-breaking theatrical success, earning the highest opening weekend per-screen average of 2024, and the second highest PSA post-pandemic behind only Wes Anderson’s Asteroid City.

Dumb and Dumber: The Animated Series on Digital Today

On digital. DIGITAL!! Say it with me Warner Bros. We would very much like PHYSICAL copies of these releases, especially when it's something most of us never heard of and will likely never see again. Hell, kick in with NECA and add Dumb and Dumber Toony Toys figures to a boxed set with the DVD of the series! We are suckers for cartoons paired with toys...you must know this by now. 

What better way to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Dumb and Dumber than catching up on the animated series inspired by the iconic theatrical film.

Malcolm in the Middle RETURNS!! ..no, we're not kidding

Almost 25 years after its original debut, Disney Branded Television announced today the return of the beloved family comedy “Malcolm in the Middle” for a limited, four-episode run on Disney+ globally. From 20th Television and New Regency, the new episodes will see the return of original cast members Frankie Muniz as Malcolm, Bryan Cranston as Hal, and Jane Kaczmarek as Lois. A premiere date will be announced at a later time.

Shout! TV Presents: The Whitest Kids U' Know Top 10 Episode Countdown

Shout! TV proudly presents The Whitest Kids U' Know Top 10 Episode Countdown with series creators Zach Cregger, Sam Brown, Timmy Williams and Darren Trumeter reuniting to dive into some fan-favorite sketches in this all-day comedy marathon streaming only Shout! TV December 8. Created by and starring Zach Cregger, Sam Brown, Timmy Williams, Darren Trumeter, and the late Trevor Moore, the cult classic series The Whitest Kids U'Know aired for five riotous seasons from 2007-2011. Fans can tune into Shout! TV to see exclusive insights behind fan-favorite sketches including “Foot Touch,” “Blind Not Blind,” “Hippo in the City,” and many more! See the full programming schedule below.

The Onion Gets a Serious Book About THE ONION

In 1988, a band of University of Wisconsin–Madison undergrads and dropouts began publishing a free weekly newspaper with no editorial stance other than “You Are Dumb.” Just wanting to make a few bucks, they wound up becoming the bedrock of modern satire over the course of twenty years, changing the way we consume both our comedy and our news. The Onion served as a hilarious and brutally perceptive satire of the absurdity and horrors of late twentieth-century American life and grew into a global phenomenon. Now, for the first time, the full history of the publication is told by one of its original staffers, author and historian Christine Wenc. Through dozens of interviews, Wenc charts The Onion’s rise, its position as one of the first online humor sites, and the way it influenced television programs like The Daily Show and The Colbert Report. Funny Because It’s True peels back the layers to reveal how a group of young misfits from flyover country unintentionally created a cultural phenomenon. 

Kyle Mooney's Y2K Trailer Drops

From writer/director Kyle Mooney and A24, The studio behind MOONLIGHT, LADY BIRD, EX MACHINA, THE WITCH, EIGHTH GRADE, HEREDITARY & more comes Y2K.  

On the last night of 1999, two high school juniors crash a New Years Eve party, only to find themselves fighting for their lives in this dial-up disaster comedy.

Shout! TV Presents: The Pee-wee Forever Marathon

Spark creativity and imagination with Shout! TV’s Pee-wee Forever – a 24-hour marathon of every episode of the iconic television series Pee-wee’s Playhouse. The marathon streams all-day on August 27 in honor of Paul Reubens and his beloved character Pee-wee Herman. Join Pee-wee, Cowboy Curtis, Miss Yvonne, Chairry, Conky and more for adventures at the fantastic Playhouse.

SDCC 2024: STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS Ongoing Series Announced

Announced at San Diego Comic-Con, IDW Publishing is incredibly proud to bring back STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS in an all-new ongoing series!  After earning a prestigious Eisner nomination for their work on STAR TREK: DAY OF BLOOD - SHAXS’ BEST DAY, writer Ryan North and artist Derek Charm reunite to kick off this can’t-miss comic ride featuring the beloved characters from the hit animated series.

This is a dream opportunity for the award-winning writer. “LOWER DECKS is my favorite STAR TREK, and I have seen every single STAR TREK there is to see, except for one episode I will never reveal,” commented North. “This raises the obvious question: will something in this comic contradict something that I missed in that one episode I never saw? Thankfully the answer is no, because the entire LOWER DECKS team - both at IDW and Paramount - has been so amazing - supportive, clever, brilliant. We're making a big funny heartfelt book with huge sci-fi ideas, important character developments, tons of that Trek flavor, and a bunch of jokes, too. If you love LOWER DECKS, you'll love this comic!

RiffTrax Live: Point Break This August

Join RiffTrax’s Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett as they crack jokes over “Point Break” in theaters nationwide through Fathom Events on Thursday, August 8 and Tuesday, August, 13th.

Don’t miss the return of RiffTraxLive with their take on possibly the most 90s movie ever made: “Point Break”! Undoubtedly the pinnacle of the “FBI infiltrates bank robber gang via surfing” genre, the laughs will be as extreme as the action!  Starring RiffTrax favorites Patrick Swayze, Keanu Reeves, and Gary Busey, “Point Break” follows Johnny Utah as he embarks on an unconventional assignment: The FBI needs him to learn how to surf in order to stop the Ex-Presidents, a gang of armed robbers who will stop at nothing to make off with millions of dollars just in time to catch some sweet waves at high tide. Skydiving and Anthony Kiedis also feature prominently because, as previously mentioned, it was the 90s.