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Erwin is a highly intelligent twelve-year-old girl and the youngest student at her school. Because of her brilliance, she faces social isolation and struggles to make friends. After meeting Winston, another science enthusiast who shares similar difficulties, the two collaborate to create a chemical substance. Their invention is designed to increase their popularity, which ultimately disrupts the existing social hierarchy of the school.

Directed by Ali Scher, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Joe Swanson, this American production blends elements of science fiction, comedy, and family adventure. The film stars Sophia Reid-Gantzert as Erwin Page and Lincoln Lambert as Winston Wilkinson, with a supporting cast that includes Chloe East, Cheryl Hines, Marc Evan Jackson, and Kat Conner Sterling. The production involved 58 credited crew members and a cast of 47.

Following its release on February 9, 2024, the movie received mixed feedback from audiences. On IMDb, it holds a rating of 5.8/10 based on 421 votes, while it has a higher score of 7/10 on TMDB from 22 votes.