IMDb 6.2 2020 HD

Joe Bell

Joe Bell

2020
Drama
93 min R USA
6.523 / 10
6.2 IMDB

The true story of a small town, working class father who embarks on a solo walk across the U.S. to crusade against bullying after his son is tormented…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Reinaldo Marcus Green / Chris Carroll
Starring
Mark Wahlberg / Reid Miller / Connie Britton / Maxwell Jenkins / Morgan Lily / Gary Sinise / Tara Buck / Ash Santos

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Reviews

C
Clara Beaumont
Apr 4, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

A moving, if at times heavy, exploration of grief and activism, Joe Bell is anchored by a committed performance from Mark Wahlberg. He embodies a father whose solo walk across the United States becomes a powerful, silent protest…

B
Benedict Thorne
Apr 4, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

Joe Bell attempts to translate a deeply personal tragedy into a public statement against bullying. Mark Wahlberg takes on the role of a father whose grief is palpable, though the film's execution feels somewhat uneven. The narrative's journey…

P
Penelope Davies
Apr 4, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This is a film that demands attention, telling the true, gut-wrenching story of Joe Bell. Mark Wahlberg is compelling as a father whose heartbreak fuels an extraordinary cross-country crusade against bullying. The performances, particularly from Wahlberg and Reid…

A
Arthur Finch
Apr 4, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

Joe Bell presents a challenging true story, centred on a father's solo pilgrimage to combat bullying. Mark Wahlberg delivers a restrained portrayal of a man driven by profound sorrow and a desperate need for advocacy. The film’s tone…

E
Eleanor Vance
Apr 4, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Mark Wahlberg anchors Joe Bell with a performance that is both understated and deeply felt. The film chronicles a father's arduous walk across America, a powerful testament against bullying following his son's tragic experiences. While Wahlberg navigates the…

FAQs

Joe Bell addresses the critical issue of bullying through a deeply personal lens, focusing on the devastating impact on an individual and their family. The film uses the father's cross-country walk as a narrative device to explore the widespread nature of intolerance and the need for greater understanding and acceptance. It aims to be a sensitive portrayal that sparks important conversations about LGBTQ+ youth and the consequences of prejudice.