Zoom (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 5.3

Zoom poster

Released in 2006, Zoom is an action, comedy, adventure and family film directed by Peter Hewitt, running about 83 minutes. “They're going to save the world... as long as they're home for dinner.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Jack Shepard is an out-of-shape auto shop owner, far removed from the man who once protected the world's freedom. Reluctantly called back into action by the government, Jack is tasked with turning a ragtag group of kids with special powers into a new generation of superheroes to save the world from certain destruction.

Who’s in it. Zoom stars Tim Allen as Jack Sheppard, Courteney Cox as Marsha Holloway, Chevy Chase as Dr. Grant and Spencer Breslin as Tucker Willams / Mega-Boy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Zoom has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $12.5M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Zoom page.

If you liked it. Fans of Zoom tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Zoom (2006)?
In US, Zoom is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Zoom worth watching?
Zoom holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Zoom?
Zoom stars Tim Allen, Courteney Cox, Chevy Chase, Spencer Breslin and Kevin Zegers.
When was Zoom released?
Zoom was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.