Wondermovie | 2017 Direct

: Roberts is lauded for her "perfect gemstone of a performance" as Auggie's fiercely protective yet vulnerable mother.

: Wilson provides a "droll drawl" and a lighter touch as the loving, humorous father, balancing the film's more emotional moments. Critical Perspectives WonderMovie | 2017

: Critics praised Tremblay for his "dazzling" performance, noting his ability to convey complex intelligence and frustration through heavy prosthetics without relying on cheap sentimentality. : Roberts is lauded for her "perfect gemstone

Reviews generally lean toward a "feel-good" consensus, though critics from The Atlantic noted that the film's emphasis on Auggie's relentless kindness can sometimes feel like it places the burden of education on the person with the disability rather than society. Other reviewers, such as those at Alternate Ending , found the final act predictable and slightly cloying, though they still found the overall experience engaging. such as those at Alternate Ending