A shy teenager finds an unexpected friendship and belonging during a summer of witty, wholesome discoveries.
Feel-good and intimate, with dry wit. A comfort watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it is heavy.
Not on a US subscription service as of Oct 28, 2026.
No surprises for a PG-13: some innuendo or implied sex and some strong language.
Our estimate: fine from about 13. Rated PG-13.
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Shy 14-year-old Duncan goes on summer vacation with his mother, her overbearing boyfriend, and her boyfriend's daughter. Having a rough time fitting in, Duncan finds an unexpected friend in Owen, manager of the Water Wizz water park.
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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