Teen Beach Movie is peak Disney Channel 2013—wholesome, safe, musical, and about as deep as a kiddie pool. It's got catchy songs, a clever meta-concept about being trapped in a '60s beach movie, and genuinely positive messages about breaking down stereotypes.

That said, it's aged like a puka shell necklace. The humor feels dated, the acting is Disney Channel-level theatrical, and the whole thing is aggressively earnest in a way that might make modern kids cringe. The 88% Rotten Tomatoes score is generous—critics were probably grading on the 'made-for-TV Disney movie' curve.

If your kid is 8-12 and loves musicals, this will absolutely hit. They'll memorize the songs, want the soundtrack, and probably watch it multiple times. If your kid is more into Marvel or Minecraft, this will bore them to tears. It's not bad, it's just... very specifically targeted and very much a product of its time.

Bottom line: Harmless, wholesome, and forgettable. Perfect for a rainy afternoon when you need something safe on, but don't expect it to become a family classic.