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Cast
Alana Thompson
as Narrator (voice)
Isabelle Ayres
as Alana Thompson aka 'Honey Boo Boo'
Chelsea Larkin
as June Shannon aka 'Mama June'
Georgia Small
as Lauryn Efird aka 'Pumpkin'
Freddie Cohen
as Josh Efrid
Emily Nevitt
as Jessica Shannon
Luke Hanson
as Tristan Ianiero
Neil Chinneck
as Mike Thompson aka 'Sugar Bear'
Richard Nicholas Emerson
as Geno Doak
Keith Alexander
as Dralin
Movie Info & Details
Release Year2025
Runtime—
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, TV Movie
Votes2
DirectorKatie Boland
WritersEmily Silver
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.5 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsI Was Honey Boo Boo
About I Was Honey Boo Boo
While on the kids' pageant circuit, Alana Thompson became known as "Honey Boo Boo," as the world discovered her and her colorful family, led by her mother, Mama June. Alana's dynamic persona captivated audiences and caught the attention of producers, catapulting her and her family to meteoric stardom as reality TV stars. But behind closed doors were forced smiles, silent tears and the lingering sense of uncertainty for what the future held for Alana and her family. After a series of scandals and legal troubles, Alana's world was turned upside down and she was ultimately placed in the care of her older sister, Pumpkin. Now in college, Alana is determined to shake off the labels that have followed her, shed light on the darker side of child stardom and forge a path to overcome generational trauma and challenges.
Directed by Katie Boland, I Was Honey Boo Boo leans on a strong ensemble — Alana Thompson, Isabelle Ayres, Chelsea Larkin — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2025.
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