That Thing You Do!
A Pennsylvania band scores a hit in 1964 and rides the star-making machinery as long as it can, with lots of help from its manager. But behind the scenes, the group’s sudden fame tests their strength, their maturity and responsibility, and their ability to resist the temptations that money and notoriety always make possible.
Critics Sentiment
That Thing You Do reaches number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100
Jimmy quits the band after fighting with Faye in the dressing room
The film peaks with the song's Billboard success then drops significantly during the band's dissolution and Jimmy's departure.
The film maintains consistently positive sentiment throughout most of its runtime, with reviewers praising its charm, catchy music, and engaging performances. The peak comes with the band's national success, while the lowest point occurs during the predictable breakup sequence. Despite some criticism of the formulaic romance ending, the overall reception remains warm and nostalgic.
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Tom Hanks
Mr. White
Tom Everett Scott
Guy Patterson
Liv Tyler
Faye Dolan
Johnathon Schaech
Jimmy Mattingly
Steve Zahn
Lenny Haise
Ethan Embry
T.B. Player
Charlize Theron
Tina
Obba Babatundé
Lamarr
Giovanni Ribisi
Chad
Chris Ellis
Phil Horace
Alex Rocco
Sol Siler
Bill Cobbs
Del Paxton
Peter Scolari
Troy Chesterfield
Rita Wilson
Margueritte
Chris Isaak
Uncle Bob
Kevin Pollak
Boss Vic Koss
Robert Torti
Freddy Fredrickson
Chaille Percival
Diane Dane
Holmes Osborne
Mr. Patterson
Claudia Stedelin
Mrs. Patterson
Crew
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