Napoleon Andrew Dustin Dynamite, Sr. (born November 06, 1988) is the main protagonist of both the movie and animated sitcom of the same name. He is an outcast teenage boy from the small town of Preston, Idaho. He is portrayed by Jon Heder.

What is Napoleon Dynamite's real name?

Jonathan Joseph Heder is an American actor and producer who is known for portraying Napoleon Dynamite in 2004.

Why is his name Napoleon Dynamite?

Hess claims that "Napoleon Dynamite" was the name of a man he met around 2000 on the streets of Cicero, Illinois, while doing missionary work for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Costello believes that Hess got the name from him, whether directly or indirectly.

Is Napoleon Dynamite autistic?

He demonstrates several symptoms of Asperger's disorder, yet he also challenges the notion that children and adolescents with Asperger's spectrum disorders will not be accepted or understood.

Is Kip's last name Dynamite?

Kipland Ronald Dynamite is Napoleon Dynamite's older brother, and has a prominent role in the movie. He is portrayed by Aaron Ruell.

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Is LaFawnduh a man?

LaFawnduh Lucas-Dynamite is Kip Dynamite's lover and wife. She is portrayed by Shondrella Avery.

Why does Napoleon Dynamite look like the 80s?

The '80s Sensibillities of Napoleon Dynamite

Due to the film's setting, however, this scene supposedly happens in 2004-2005, when its popularity had long since ceded. Deb Bradshaw, Napoleon's love interest, does glamour shots at her house, with full makeup and hair that looks exactly like it did in the '80s.

Is there anything inappropriate in Napoleon Dynamite?

The language is never obscene; characters rely instead on insults ("idiot," "sicko," "retarded") and disguised swearing ("frickin'," "flippin'," "crap"). And there is mild sexual innuendo, along with some kissing and embracing.

Is Napoleon Dynamite Mormon?

That took us by surprise. Coon: It's not a Mormon movie, but it's safe to assume Napoleon is a Mormon; he wears a Ricks College T-shirt, he's up in Idaho. In almost every interview, being LDS would come up. It kind of gave the Church exposure in a different area for a while.

Why was Pedro so hot in Napoleon Dynamite?

He somehow gets hot but he tries to drink water and take a bath but he realizes that it's his hair that made him so hot, so he shaves it all off and then puts on a hoodie and then tightens it because he doesn't want anyone to see it.

Who did Napoleon Dynamite have a crush on?

Trisha Stevens is Napoleon Dynamite's crush. She is portrayed by Emily Kennard.

What was the name of the black girl in Napoleon Dynamite?

In movies, Avery played internet girlfriend "LaFawnduh Lucas-Dynamite" in the 2004 film Napoleon Dynamite.

Who is Uncle Rico's girlfriend?

After uncle Rico moves out he meets up with his old girlfriend Tammy and they get back together. She is in the post credits wedding scene, sitting behind uncle Rico.

Was Napoleon Dynamite's hair real?

Napoleon Dynamite is based on a short film that Jon Heder and director Jared Hess made previously, and during that shoot, Heder had gotten a perm at a hair academy to embody that full Napoleon look.

How old is Kip in Napoleon?

Uncle Rico : Ha ha! Talk to your Auntie Carolyn. Napoleon Dynamite : Kip is like 32 years old.

Why was Napoleon Dynamite cancelled?

The movie may be a cult favorite but the Napoleon Dynamite TV show wasn't popular enough for Fox. They've cancelled the animated series after one season. Napoleon Dynamite follows the continuing mis-adventures of "America's most awesomely awkward teenager" and his quirky family and friends in rural Idaho.

Why is Napoleon Dynamite so iconic?

Napoleon Dynamite's appeal was that its awkward setting, dialogue, and characters made for some hilarious scenes and quotable lines. The film's resonated well enough that several years after its release, an animated series based on the film was greenlit, though the Napoleon Dynamite animated series was short-lived.

Why is Napoleon Dynamite called that?

The name had been used before

Napoleon Dynamite is a distinct name, and Hess has claimed he got it from a guy he met in Illinois while doing missionary work.

What does Napoleon Dynamite suffer from?

He demonstrates several symptoms of Asperger's disorder, yet he also challenges the notion that children and adolescents with Asperger's spectrum disorders will not be accepted or understood.

How much money did Jon Heder make off of Napoleon Dynamite?

Jon Heder starred in Napoleon Dynamite for only $1,000.

Is Pedro from Napoleon Dynamite autistic?

-Napoleon is definitely on the spectrum. He's high functioning, but that dude has poor social skills and he can't seem to read a room. -Pedro isn't just suffering from a language barrier(he seems to speak english fairly well but he is obviously ELL), he's also on the spectrum.

What does Kip say in Napoleon Dynamite?

Kip: LaFawnduh is *the* best thing that has ever happened to me. I'm 100% positive she's my soul mate. Don't worry Napoleon, I'm sure there's a babe out there for you too. Peace out.

How much of Napoleon Dynamite was improvised?

Lyle's post-credits marriage advice to Kip (Aaron Ruell) and Lafawnduh (Shondrella Avery) was one of the only off-script or improvised moments in the film. Many characters in the film were based on the younger brothers of cast and crew members. Heder's iconic dance near the end of the film wasn't choreographed.

How are Napoleon and Kip related?

Aaron Ruell, the actor who played Napolean's brother, Kip, is from California and now prefers to work behind the camera. Ruell has lived in Portland for the past nine years. He said the character was based on an impression of his brother. "Funny enough, there were elements that he recognized but not overall.