Since this is a children’s film, critical reviews of “How to Eat Fried Worms” are largely irrelevant to whether or not families will enjoy its sense of comedy and adventure focused on children. That said, a contemporary New York Times review described the film as “laid-back entertainment in which a sensible message about growth also rationalizes the abuse of power.”
More indicative of its quality as children’s entertainment is the fact that users contributing to online discussions among today’s Zoomers describe “How to Eat Fried Worms” as a relic of childhood nostalgia. For example, threads on subreddits dedicated to Gen Z and general nostalgia have garnered over 400 and over 1,400 upvotes, respectively. Many young adults therefore still feel some degree of attachment to their childhood viewing experiences of “How to Eat Fried Worms.”
Given how easy it is to watch “How to Eat Fried Worms” on several free streaming services, families now have unprecedented access to a childhood staple from years past that perhaps may nonetheless resonate. with today’s children.