An appreciation of Reubens's kitsch-loving schtick is an advantage but not essential as there are some big laughs to be had along Pee-wee's journey, not least a comedy masterclass in the art of balloon deflation.

| Original Score: 3/5 | Aug 8, 2024

A better Pee-Wee sequel than Big Top, this film taps into the absurdity and child-like charm from Big Adventure.

| Original Score: 3/4 | Aug 25, 2023

It's just fun, whimsical, silly and delightful.

| Aug 23, 2018

Sometimes seeing that something or someone you loved as a kid has stayed the same after all these years is comforting. But this film wears out its welcome fast.

| Jun 28, 2017

By its nature, this latest Pee-wee film retreads some of the same material, though in the most respectful way. That said, it does the best possible job rekindling the spirit that made Pee-wee's Big Adventure a timeless delight.

| Original Score: 3/4 | May 31, 2016

I laughed long and hard at Pee-wee's corny puns and throwback sensibilities, a satirical reflection of times when innuendo wasn't always intentional, but was all the funnier for it.

| Original Score: 3/4 | Apr 11, 2016

We should've had a new Pee-wee movie years ago; this one's a tad uneven, but all in all, it'll do.

| Apr 9, 2016

Manages to get the most important thing right: Pee-Wee's childishly anarchic delight in all things silly and stupid

| Original Score: 3.5/4 | Apr 2, 2016

Has its share of absurd laughs, but it never reaches the delirious heights of whimsy that it so clearly aims for.

| Original Score: B- | Mar 31, 2016

The adventure which ensues has as much nuttiness as you would expect, even if it lacks the innovative governing vision that Burton brought to the original.

| Mar 25, 2016

Those expecting another "Pee-wee's Big Adventure" are sure to be disappointed with this effort, as Reubens and co-writer Paul Rust dial down idiosyncrasy, keeping "Pee-wee's Big Holiday" friendly, but rarely surprising.

| Original Score: B- | Mar 23, 2016

Reubens and company have carefully crafted 99 minutes of kooky new material that will make you feel like a kid again.

| Mar 23, 2016

Zany, kid-friendly adventure welcomes old fans and new ones.

| Original Score: 3/5 | Mar 22, 2016

Pee-wee's still Pee-wee - thank God!

| Original Score: 8/10 | Mar 19, 2016

A disappointing rehash of Pee-wee's 1985 film debut. Netflix subscribers may find it skim-worthy.

| Mar 19, 2016

Nirvana for Pee-wee fans ...

| Original Score: 3/5 | Mar 19, 2016

I enjoyed the mix of nostalgia, surrealism, and genuine nuts storytelling that Reubens and director Lee provide long time fans.

| Mar 18, 2016

Pee-wee and Reubens remain cute, but never cutesy; the artist and his creation are pure products of American culture, unique treasures mixing innocence and knowingness in just the right amounts.

| Mar 18, 2016

Paul Reubens is back as Pee-wee Herman in Pee-wee's Big Holiday, a Netflix original film that is true to the spirit of his famous man-child -- it's funny, corny and occasionally creepy.

| Original Score: B | Mar 18, 2016

A bright, colorful, illogical ride full of huge laughs.

| Mar 18, 2016