How to Eat Fried Worms

Billy Forrester and his family move to a new town, where they hope to start fresh. However, Billy's delicate digestive system and anxiety about fitting in soon become evident.

Upon starting school, Billy quickly becomes a target for the local bully, Joe Guire, and his gang. They take pleasure in tormenting him, particularly in the cafeteria where they steal his lunch.

Billy finds solace sitting behind Erika 'Erk' Tansy, a classmate who also struggles with the bullying due to her height. Their unexpected bond forms amidst the chaos of school life.

During lunch, Billy attempts to confront Joe but accidentally reveals a thermos filled with live earthworms. The incident embarrasses him deeply and adds fuel to Joe's taunts.

After the disastrous lunch, Joe and his gang issue a dare: if Billy can eat ten worms without getting sick, his troubles will temporarily cease. This challenge intensifies Billy's anxiety over the stakes involved.

Billy teams up with Adam Simms, who plans to support him in the worm-eating challenge. Their initial cookout plans fall through due to an aggravating park ranger, leading to a new plan at a restaurant.

At The Brown Toad restaurant, Billy inadvertently becomes part of a mix-up when his secret worm omelet is served to the principal. This embarrassing moment adds to the escalating tension of Billy’s predicament.

As the worm challenge progresses, Joe's former allies, Twitch and Techno-Mouth, begin to have a change of heart. They join forces with Billy and Adam, sparking a surprising new camaraderie.

The newly formed group goes to a convenience store, where they encounter wild antics during a Dance Dance Revolution game. Their excitement turns into chaos, leading to their removal from the store.

Billy samples several creatively concocted worm dishes in a playground setting with his friends. This quirky bonding experience strengthens their resolve to face the bully and complete the challenge.

At a bait shop, Billy finds his next worms thanks to some crafty techniques by Donny. Their efforts are nearly thwarted when the shop owner arrives, forcing an entertaining escape.

Joe attempts to thwart Billy's challenges by tossing the last worm into a stream. However, with pressure from his friends, Billy eats the last worm, earning newfound respect from his peers.

The next day at school, Billy approaches Joe with the news that the principal accidentally ate a worm. They discuss their challenge amicably, realizing the absurdity of their rivalry.

In an act of defiance, Billy and Joe wear pants filled with worms to school, capturing the attention of their classmates. Their antics evolve from mere rivalry to a shared experience of camaraderie.

As the day wraps up, the students rejoice in Billy and Joe's heroic worm release. This act symbolizes triumph over adversity and the newfound friendships formed through their struggles.