If you loved
The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9)
Jeff Kinney · Book · 2014
If you loved The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9), you crave the hilarious, cringe-inducing chaos that follows families when their best-laid plans unravel.
Films on the same thread
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules
Film · 2011
Explores: Sibling rivalry, Middle school struggles, Family dynamics.
Just as in The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9), this story captures the specific agony of sibling rivalry and the awkward, inevitable friction of growing up within a dysfunctional family unit.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days
Film · 2012
Explores: Father-son relationships, Summer vacation, Deception.
This film mirrors the relatable frustration found in The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9) as Greg deals with forced family bonding and the relentless pressure of a parent's unrealistic vacation expectations.
Series on the same thread
Gravity Falls
Alex Hirsch · Series · 2012
Explores: Summer Adventure, Small Town Secrets, Sibling Relationships.
Fans of The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9) will appreciate how this show captures the unpredictable, high-stakes energy of a summer trip gone wrong through the lens of complicated sibling dynamics.
The Detour
Samantha Bee · Series · 2016
Shares a thread with The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9): Road Trip Comedy.
This series serves as an adult-oriented spiritual successor to The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9), focusing on the pure comedic misery and total disaster that defines a truly cursed family road trip.
Malcolm in the Middle
Linwood Boomer · Series · 2000
Explores: Dysfunctional Family, Gifted Child, Middle Class Life.
If you enjoyed the cringe comedy of The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9), you will recognize the same weary, hilarious struggle of a smart kid trying to survive life inside a chaotic household.
Milo Murphy's Law
Jeff 'Swampy' Marsh · Series · 2016
Explores: Optimism in the face of adversity, Unlikely friendships, Embracing chaos.
Much like the endless string of mishaps in The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9), this show highlights the humor found in embracing total chaos and finding optimism when absolutely everything goes wrong.
Podcasts on the same thread
Zane and Heath: Unfiltered
Zane & Heath · Podcast · 2026
Explores: creator culture, friendship dynamics, candid storytelling.
The candid storytelling and focus on friendship dynamics offer the same raw, unfiltered vibe that makes the diary entries in The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9) feel so authentically messy.
The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe
The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe · Podcast · 2026
Explores: untold historical anecdotes, curiosity-driven learning, American cultural history.
While the format differs, the curiosity-driven narrative style will appeal to those who enjoy the observational humor and anecdotal storytelling found throughout the pages of The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9).
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Common questions
Is The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9) suitable for my ten-year-old child?
The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9) is intended for readers ages 8 to 12. It features a comedic story about a family road trip that encounters various disasters, including wild animals and vehicle breakdowns, which fits within the target age range for this series.
What is the main plot of The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9)?
In The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9), Greg Heffley experiences an epic failure during a family road trip. The story follows the family as they deal with a series of chaotic events, such as breakdowns in remote locations, runaway pigs, and filthy gas station bathrooms.
Is The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9) part of a larger series?
Yes, The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9) is the ninth book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. It is a work by Jeff Kinney and is classified as part of an international bestselling collection of books aimed at middle-grade readers.
What kind of humor can I expect in The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9)?
The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #9) focuses on humor derived from travel disasters and total chaos. Readers can expect a narrative centered on the unfortunate and messy situations Greg faces throughout the family journey, which are designed to be funny for the target audience.