Some of the things they did with the story were good, but this just misses out on the snappy dialogue and fun sight gags of the original. I think overall this just feels too safe, Disney isn't really trying anything new or pushing any boundaries.
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catdogmanfish14 October 2021
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SnoopyStyle2 October 2021Marshall loves horror movies. His best friend Gilbert does not. It's Halloween coming up. Marshall challenges Gilbert to ding dong ditch and it goes badly. There is something strange going on in that house. Amy is the new girl at school. Her two dads had split up and she can't wait to get out of town. She's an aspiring writer and recruits the two best friends in an investigation into the house with a suspected mummy.
This is a preteen children's horror comedy and a remake of a 1997 Disney movie. I've never seen the original. The kids are a newbie, a Disney veteran, and a voice over actor. The production is similarly a mixed bag. It's a kiddie movie with a kiddie mummy. There's limited CGI and nothing that flashy. Some of it is basically home-made. I like it, sort of. I like the amateurism of the kids. I like the silliness and campiness of the mummy although there could be less of him in one scene. I like the general sense of the group. The bad guys could be scarier. I'm guessing that they dial down the horror aspect for the little kids. Non of this is anything scary. It's fine for younger ones. -
booksnbooks-123382 October 2021You can't really expect anything amazing about this movie but kids will love it and who doesn't love Halloween? (well, you know what i mean)
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ct375520225 October 2021Sat through this to watch Molly McGee, it was so boring. Filled with boring humor, jokes, and disgusting gross-out, this movie was a cheap throw together for the new Halloween season.
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zakaryanmary13 October 2021I dont get what the point is of wasting money to make a terrible remake just to modernize something and be more inclusive. It doesn't make the movie good. Focus more energy on making good movies with good acting and script. I don't even know how the cast got into acting. I could pick up random people from the street and bet u they can do better. I dont care to be offensive. Things get worse as time goes on. Can't compare to original .
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sinopa-096174 October 2021We all know Disney is more corny than anything but it seems in the last decade, the shows have produced mediocre acting, directing and writing. Under wraps, the original, was a classic of the older Disney made movies for tv that had a better story line. This new version, while still Disney, is a very sad attempt to recreate the original. The costumes for the mummies themselves are laughable and not even close to being slightly realistic; i.e. Makeup still on the mummy's eye lids (uh yeah that would have been gone a long time ago), the fact that the mummy was directly exposed to direct air and humans with no protective barrier...etc.... Disney write's and costume designers got very sloppy and lazy and honestly should be ashamed of this movie. The dialogue is juvenile and lacking and shows Disney's lack of understanding true kids of today.
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wwejournalist23 February 2022As someone who definitely isn't the target audience for this movie I'm surprised at how much I enjoyed it.
It's typical DCOM faire, with mostly hammy performances and the odd really good one in there to carry it.
The three leads are all pretty decent too, at least much better than some I've seen in low budget straight to TV movies, and although very campy, The Mummy is played to appeal to kids very well.
I'm hard pushed to say anything too negative about this, it was a fun way to waste an hour and a half while I caught up on some work.
It's a bit strange that the lead decides to name the Mummy after his dead Grandpa, that was the only 'what? Seriously?' moment for me, but I guess it was done to show how he desperately wanted someone to fill that void in his life having lost someone he was really close to.
If you've got pre-teen kids with nothing to do, put this on for them they'll probably enjoy it! -
rawbrapswell9 October 2021My GF told me "under wraps is coming to Disney plus!" Actually surprised, I reinstated my membership just to watch this throwback. Sure as s*** it's some new teeny-bopper version of it. In dismay, I watched this new version, and to no surprise I wasn't thrilled. The original movie was in part spooky, part funny, and mystery. This movie I feel tries too hard to make the mummy modern? Or humanized even though he is a human? The actors in this are also god awe full, and the mummy looks like some human/dog hybrid in a lab. Definitely did not do the original justice, and if this is what we can expect for Haunted Mansion, they can keep all of it lol.
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paul_haakonsen2 October 2021Granted, when I sat down to watch this Disney family movie, I wasn't really expecting all that much. Sure, Disney is not known for putting out rubbish, but still, the concept of this movie seemed a bit bland. But I opted to give it a go, so I sat down and watched "Under Wraps".
And I will say that writers William Robertson and Alex Zamm actually managed to string together a rather wholesome and entertaining family movie. And yeah, I was entertained by this 2021 movie, so there is also something for a mature audience to be enjoyed in "Under Wraps".
The storyline turned out to be rather enjoyable and actually nicely enough written. Sure, this was a family movie, so it wasn't a scary one. But at the same time then "Under Wraps" would provide a younger audience with enough of a rush to be suitable for a great Halloween movie.
The acting in "Under Wraps" was good, and I will say that the actors and actresses all performed quite well here and contributed to the overall feel of the movie.
Visually then "Under Wraps" was also good. Sure, this is not an over-the-top CGI joy ride like other movies that are focused on mummies, but the practical effects used in "Under Wraps" were sufficient and good enough for a movie such as this. What mattered here was the fact that it was believable and watchable for the entire family.
If you have children, then this is definitely a movie that I can warmly recommend you sit down to watch with them, especially around Halloween.
My rating of "Under Wraps" lands on a six out of ten stars. -
ttopsout15 October 2021Bad remake of a decent Disney Channel Halloween movie. Actually, it may be the worst Disney Halloween movie I've seen. I hope they learned that originality is better than a remake.
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filmbuff-057062 October 2021Even though I'm 23 years old, I still love Disney Channel shows- mainly ones like Sydney To The Max(my favorite one), Coop and Cami Ask The World, and Gabby Duran and the Unsittables. As for their Disney Channel Original Movies(or DCOMS, as they are usually called), they can be hit or miss for me. I didn't love Upside Down Magic, but I enjoyed Kim Possible and a few other ones from the last 5 years.
That said, Under Wraps is the most enjoyable DCOM in a long while, since Kim Possible in my view. The plot follows 3 friends- Marshall(Malachi Barton from Stuck In The Middle), Gilbert(Christian J. Simon from Sydney To The Max) and Amy(Sophia Hammons). After visiting a museum, they accidentally bring a mummy to life- one who was stolen by evil neighbors.
When they discover that they have to return the mummy in 3 days or it will turn to dust, they overcome the hurdles to achieve their goal- including Gilbert's fear of all things scary.
The most enjoyable aspect of the movie was the acting chemistry between the 3 friends. They worked great together and were believable as friends- and most notably, they all did great in their parts.
However, my main flaw with the movie(my removed star), goes to the unbelievable screams of one of the kids, who I will not name. You know how parents fake scream when their toddler "scares" them? This kid's screams of legitimate fear sounded like that. Apart from that critique, their acting was fine.
The entertainment value was great for a movie aimed at kids. I was actually on the edge of my seat often and anxious to see how the kids escaped every dangerous situation they encountered. (Darn you, commercial breaks!)
Not that DCOMS look bad or anything, but Under Wraps, a remake of the very first DCOM(unseen by me), looks very well done and modern for a TV kids movie. Nothing revolutionary of course, but the colors are vibrant and the camerawork is well done.
If you want a treat for a Halloween kid's movie rather than a trick, this is one I would highly recommend. Under Wraps mainly appeals to the elementary and middle school crowd, but I had a fun time. Families could enjoy this one together- just be wary of jump scares. I'd actually like to buy this one on DVD.
Note: Some DCOMs, such as Invisible Sister, do not have DVD releases. Please Disney Channel, release this one!
PS, I'd like to note that I am the first person to review this movie on IMDB! :) -
johncolewolf18 October 2021My 5 year old loved this movie. The Mummy meets Encino Man. It's a heartfelt effort from Disney; it does exactly what it says on the tin. Gilbert is a star, we'll be watching the career of Christian Simon with interest. In fact, they should all do well hopefully. It's a shame that the gentle inclusivity warrants a 1/10 from many repressed users who find it difficult to be objective. Come on, even Battlefield Earth has 2.5. If you're going to give anything 1/10 it says more about you than the movie.
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jonespeyton20 October 2021Idk the original was one of my favorite Disney movies as a kid and this one is just, idk my own opinion but dang they do not make them how they used to!!!
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k-verse9 November 2021Watched with my 9 yo son and we couldn't get over how awful this was. Acting, dialogue, costumes, you name it, everything was terrible. At least we enjoyed poking fun at how bad it was.
The dancing and hot sauce drinking were so over the top - can't believe this is a real movie. -
lisafordeay10 October 2021Under Wraps is a 2021 DCOM halloween themed film and a remake of the 1997 film of the same name. Three pre teens Marshall,Gilbert and Amy accidently bring a 4000 year old mummy to life thanks to an amulet that works once the sun comes into contact with it and isn't taken off(similar to the 1991 flick Mannequin 2) . But when an middle aged man and his buddies want their stolen mummy back,it's up to the 3 kids to save Harold(who Marshall has named the mummy) from the baddies.
Having not grown up with the 1997 one I thought it wasn't that bad as I've seen worst DCOM's in my time. Overall if you have Disney plus check it out,if your a fan of the original than stick with the original one then. -
charlierschlueter2 October 2021The movie was okay. Overall, the amount of unnecessary scenes was through the roof. This is the problem with modern Disney Channel movies. They all have long, convoluted plots and unnecessary scenes that add a distaste from critics. The humor was dry and mediocre at best, the only thing I chuckled at was the birdseed gag. I didn't enjoy it very much. It was dry, and a lot of the characters felt forced. The only other thing I liked was the LGBTQ+ inclusivity, but other than that I felt like this movie wasn't very fun.
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raptorclock3 November 2021First of all, we must consider that this is a film for children and must be judged as such.
The plot is extremely simple and everything, from the lines to the characters, is made for a very young audience.
However, the accomplishment isn't bad.
The film is nice and with a pleasant setting. I'm not ashamed to say that I smiled in a couple of steps, perhaps because it reminded me of the movies I watched in my childhood.
Sure, there is better but just as surely there is worse.
If you have children, I recommend that you give them a chance. -
danieelgrahaam2 February 2022Enjoyable film with decent plot and actors.
The final battle was a bit anti-climactic though as the kids want more slap stick and a longer home alone style battle instead of a 3 second fight!
Other than that it wasn't bad! -
Whatsit567 October 2021I thought it was cute. It was generally entertaining and had some funny moments. The overall tone was very Halloween celebratory. My kids really enjoyed it and still watch it whenever it comes on.
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There's a fairly subtle Easter egg reference in this derivatively boring Disney Channel original movie to "Z-O-M-B-I-E-S," another Disney Channel original movie. I caught this easter egg both immediately and proudly. So that's where my life is right now.
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shadowflareon15 July 2022Unique and whimsical and charming energy
Love this movie a lot so underrated a lot of charm and very unique twist on the original and some new characters too. -
bmhgnzp30 October 2021Tried watching this with my 6yo who loves spooky things, and she was way too scared. Lots of jump scares and suspense in the first 20 minutes, we had to turn it off. Not sure why it's rated TV-G, seemed much more appropriate for preteens.
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I didn't really watch the original Under Wraps when it came out in the 90s, but having watched both the 1997 version and the 2021 version in the last couple weeks, I think the original is better. This remake doesn't really bring anything new to the table, and I don't think the child actors are as good. In fact, one of them seemed to be doing a quasi-Steve Urkel impersonation which was more irritating than entertaining. Little kids would probably like this, since it's a non-scary Halloween movie, but if my family and I are going to watch a silly mummy movie, we'll watch the original Under Wraps.
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sundownsky19 May 2023This remake of "Under Wraps" is a poor attempt to recapture the original's charm and nostalgia. The story line feels rushed and lacks the heart and depth that made the original so popular. The pace of the story and "modern messaging" are erratic, and honestly dull. The new cast fails to capture the likability of the characters in the previous film, resulting in performances that appear forced and uninspired. The original's humor, which was an enjoyable aspect, appears forced and falls flat in this version. It lacks the original's sparkle and wit, which made it the original so engaging for both kids and adults.
Furthermore, the film's visual effects and production quality are inadequate, giving it a cheap and rushed aspect. The mood and spirit of adventure that were so important in the original are noticeably absent. While remakes frequently aim to add something new, this version fails to provide anything remarkable. It merely dilutes the original's plot and adds meaningless, out-of-place "inclusivity" for the sake of "inclusivity." Overall, this remake of "Under Wraps" fails to replicate the original's appeal and magic while injecting modern societal baggage. -
Under Wraps By Ella McCain, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 10
Are you ready for a remake of a spook-tacular and adventurous mysterious story? Then you have got to check out Disney Channel's new Under Wraps movie! It's got everything - action, friendships, mysteries, and a lovable, friendly mummy! It has a spine-tickling storyline, with many surprises along the way. So, buckle up and get ready for a fun, chilling story that is perfect for the whole family!
This storyline follows three friends, Marshall, Gilbert and Amy, who mysteriously find a mummy in their neighbor's basement. Accidently bringing it to life, they discover he is a kind mummy. Most films describe mummies as horrid, brain-eating, dead monsters. But this movie is special because, its mummy is not like the others. He is a kindhearted, affectionate and friendly mummy, ready to help his friends with anything that may come next. Upon finding out that their new friend Harold, the mummy, will turn to dust if not put back in his sarcophagus by midnight on Halloween, the three friends do everything to save their new mummy friend.
You'll love the main characters. Marshall (Malachi Bartoh) is a sci-fi, monster enthusiast. Gilbert (Christian J. Simon) is a scared, yet honest friend. He is always trying to help his friends and embraces people for whom they really are throughout the movie. Amy (Sophia Hammons) wants to solve mysteries and get the inside scoop. She dreams of becoming an investigative journalist. Even though she's the new kid in town, she is bold and is not afraid to stand up for what is right. Malachi Barton connects with his character, Marshall, in a believable way. Christian J. Simon's Gilbert is very funny; Christian is funny in real life as well. He makes giving a solid, amazing, thorough performance look easy. Sophia Hammons gives a dynamic, well thought out performance and shows the variety of ways she can connect with different emotions while portraying Amy. The costume for Harold is well thought out, with incredible special effects. He looks and seems like an actual mummy. My favorite character is Amy because she is very brave, incredibly smart and she is not afraid to speak her mind.
This message is to embrace people's differences and to not judge a book by its cover. When Harold is brought back to life after thousands of years, people seem to fear him - when he's really trying to help them out. You discover that all Harold wants is a friend and our three friends learn to accept him for who he is on the inside, beyond his wrapped-up-mummy-outside.
I give Under Wraps 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 7 to 18, plus adults. Under Wraps is available now on Disney Channel and Disney plus. This is a movie you don't want to miss! By Ella M., KIDS FIRST!