Harry and the Hendersons

PG

Released Jun 5, 1987

1h 50m

Kids & Family

Comedy

Drama

List

45%

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22 Reviews

54%

Audience Score

25,000+ Ratings

While returning from a trip in the woods, George Henderson (John Lithgow) and his family run into something with their car that turns out to be a Sasquatch. Thinking the creature is dead, they take him home, but "Harry" (Kevin Peter Hall) soon awakens. Despite their initial fears, Harry is a kind and sensitive being, and the Hendersons become very fond of him. However, it is difficult to keep him a secret, and soon they begin to fear for Harry's safety.

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Eric Henderson

Slant Magazine

Just as Mac and Me eventually devolved into a feature-length commercial for McDonald's, Harry and the Hendersons eventually emerges as a vegetarian screed.

Rated: 2/4

Apr 29, 2007

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

...an amiable comedy that benefits substantially from the stellar work of its various performers...

Rated: 3/4

Nov 3, 2021

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Ángel Luis Inurria

El Pais (Spain)

The movie feels heavy and repetitive. [Full Review in Spanish]

Jun 15, 2020

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Eve Tushnet

Patheos

There's some interesting gender stuff: The dad, who works at his own father's gun dealership, is all camo-sports-masculinity, but turns out to be hiding a talent for tender artistry which the events of the film vindicate...

Mar 26, 2020

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Cathy Burke

United Press International

While E.T. had tears to spare for everyone in the family, Harry and the Hendersons is strictly for the kids.

Oct 10, 2016

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Ellen Dendy

Common Sense Media

A big, Harry family adventure full of laughs.

Rated: 4/5

Jan 1, 2011

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Dimitrios B

It was okay, not terrible but it wasn't super good, would recommend

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/09/24

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Crystal F

A super cute family movie with a new take on the idea of bigfoot. The acting by John Lithgow and Don Ameche is incredible. Harry starts out kinda scary but is really so lovable and endearing!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/30/23

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The M

honestly a really great movie one of bigfoots best. not 100% accurate but defiantly entertaining. Worth a watch

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/22/23

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PowerGlover

A fantastic movie that should be celebrated.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/27/23

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Mason S

I have always LOVED this film! Such fun. Such good messages. Charming, touching and hilarious. 💯❤️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/08/23

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Crystal M

Family classic! And with all the recent bigfoot sightings, it's a great reminder of reasons to NOT kill bigfoot. Take pics and video if you see one, OR if you are fully licensed, maybe tranquilize him/her if need be (like we did when Bruno the bear was trying to cross into st. Louis). :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/01/23

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William Dear

Director

John Lithgow

George Henderson

Melinda Dillon

Nancy Henderson

Margaret Langrick

Sarah Henderson

Joshua Rudoy

Ernie Henderson

Kevin Peter Hall

Harry

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Harry and the Hendersons: Official Clip - Harry and His Family

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Harry and the Hendersons: Official Clip - Goodbye, My Friend

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Harry and the Hendersons: Official Clip - It's Alive!

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Harry and the Hendersons: Official Clip - Sitting Lessons

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Harry and the Hendersons: Official Clip - Dumpster Diving

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Harry and the Hendersons: Official Clip - There Are No Bigfeet!

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Harry and the Hendersons: Official Clip - Eating the Corsage

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Harry and the Hendersons: Official Clip - Hiding Harry

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Harry and the Hendersons: Official Clip - Bear or Gorilla?

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Synopsis

While returning from a trip in the woods, George Henderson (John Lithgow) and his family run into something with their car that turns out to be a Sasquatch. Thinking the creature is dead, they take him home, but "Harry" (Kevin Peter Hall) soon awakens. Despite their initial fears, Harry is a kind and sensitive being, and the Hendersons become very fond of him. However, it is difficult to keep him a secret, and soon they begin to fear for Harry's safety.

Director: William Dear
Producer: Richard Vane, William Dear
Screenwriter: William Dear, Bill Martin, Ezra D. Rappaport
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Production Co: Universal Pictures, Amblin Entertainment
Rating: PG
Genre: Kids & Family, Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 5, 1987, Original
Release Date (Streaming): May 23, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $27.1M
Runtime: 1h 50m
Sound Mix: Surround

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