7 stars may seem like a generous rating for this made-for-tv adventure movie, but Jumping Ship achieves what it was going for. It's lighthearted, fun and entertaining. Considering that it's a Disney Channel Original Movie, and that it's a sequel, Jumping Ship is well made and avoids the complete juvenile silliness that one might expect from a Disney Channel movie. Though it's a sequel, it stands well on its own. I can say that because I didn't know it was a sequel until I researched it a bit after finishing it. The story is about three guys, who are real life brothers, who get stranded on an island after escaping modern day pirates. It should be a nostalgic experience for Millennials who grew up enjoying this movie and other works featuring the Lawrence brothers from around the same time. A fun fact about Matthew Lawrence's character, is that his name is Jake Hunter in this movie. Most will remember his character from Boy Meets World who's name was Jack Hunter. Coincidence? There is something fun about watching siblings acting together. Whether you're looking to jump into a childhood favorite of yours, or just trying to find something safe for your family to enjoy together, Jumping Ship is worth jumping into.
Review of Jumping Ship
