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Harry and the Hendersons (1987)

โ€œWhen you can't believe your eyes, trust your heart.โ€

6.1/10 ยท 763 votes 1h 50m pg ComedyFantasyDramaFamily

#53 of 59 films from 1987 #2216 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by William Dear ยท Written by William Dear, Bill Martin, Ezra D. Rappaport

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Overview

Returning from a hunting trip in the forest, the Henderson family's car hits an animal in the road. At first they fear it was a man, but when they examine the "body" they find it's a "bigfoot". They think it's dead so they decide to take it home (there could be some money in this). As you guessed, it isn't dead. Far from being the ferocious monster they fear "Harry" to be, he's a friendly giant.

Cast

John Lithgowas George Henderson
Melinda Dillonas Nancy Henderson
Margaret Langrickas Sarah Henderson
Joshua Rudoyas Ernie Henderson
Kevin Peter Hallas Harry
David Suchetas Jacques Lafleur
Lainie Kazanas Irene Moffitt
Don Amecheas Dr. Wallace Wrightwood
John Bloomas Feet
M. Emmet Walshas George Henderson Sr.
William Ontiverosas Sgt. Mancini
David Richardtas Dirty Harry Officer
Jacqueline Moscouas DMV Clerk
Laura Kennyas "Mouse" Woman

Facts

Release dateJune 5, 1987
Runtime110 min (1h 50m) โ€” about the same as the 1987 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Fantasy, Drama, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$10,000,000
Box office$49,998,613 (5.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0093148

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Questions

How long is Harry and the Hendersons?
Harry and the Hendersons runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Is Harry and the Hendersons worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.1/10 across 763 votes, which places it #53 of 59 films released in 1987 in this index (top 12%) and #2216 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Harry and the Hendersons?
Harry and the Hendersons was directed by William Dear. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Angels in the Outfield (1994).
Who stars in Harry and the Hendersons?
John Lithgow as George Henderson; Melinda Dillon as Nancy Henderson; Margaret Langrick as Sarah Henderson; Joshua Rudoy as Ernie Henderson; Kevin Peter Hall as Harry; David Suchet as Jacques Lafleur.
What is Harry and the Hendersons rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Harry and the Hendersons?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/47218.

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