The Gassy Glory of Thunderpants: A Fart-Powered Adventure!

If you’ve ever wondered what Harry Potter star Rupert Grint was up to between wizarding world escapades, the answer is: co-starring in a movie about an unstoppable fart machine. Yes, Thunderpants is the glorious tale of a boy whose excessive flatulence isn’t just a social nightmare—it’s a superpower. And, believe it or not, it helps him become a hero.

Now, tell me, is this movie worst than the new Snow White adaptation?

A Plot That Blows You Away

Meet Patrick Smash, a boy gifted (or cursed?) with the most powerful gas emissions known to mankind. While most kids struggle with awkward school moments, Patrick struggles with not blowing the roof off his house every time he eats beans. His only friend, a nerdy genius named Alan (played by a young Rupert Grint), sees Patrick’s potential. Together, they embark on a journey that turns Patrick’s excessive toots into rocket fuel—literally.

Rupert Grint: From Spells to Smells

Yes, Ron Weasley himself plays Alan, the only person in Patrick’s life who doesn’t run for cover when the wind starts blowing. While Grint doesn’t get to wave a wand in this movie, he does get to build a fart-powered space rocket, which is arguably just as magical. His role as the quirky inventor makes you wish the Harry Potter series had a subplot where Ron Weasley built explosive contraptions instead of just screaming about spiders.

The Science of Fart-Powered Flight (Sort Of)

You’d think a film centered on a child’s uncontrollable gas would be all fart jokes and no substance. But Thunderpants commits to its absurd premise with such dedication that you almost believe NASA should start recruiting based on digestive capabilities. Patrick’s journey from bullied kid to international flatulence-fueled astronaut is as ridiculous as it is strangely inspiring.

Should You Watch Thunderpants?

If you enjoy movies that fully embrace their own ridiculousness, Thunderpants is an underrated gem. It’s a fever dream of toilet humor mixed with genuine heart, and the fact that a young Rupert Grint is part of this madness only adds to its charm. Sure, it’s absurd. Sure, it’s all about farting. But deep down, isn’t that what cinema is all about?
On IMDB, the movie has been given a 3.8

So, grab some popcorn (maybe skip the beans) and prepare for a cinematic experience that truly stinks—in the best way possible.