Harry and the Hendersons
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.
Critics Sentiment
Harry reveals he can speak and joins other Bigfoots in the wilderness
Jacques LaFleur discovers the Henderson household and begins his hunt
The film recovers from its weakest point during the hunter subplot to build toward increasingly emotional and satisfying character moments in the final act.
The film starts strong with Harry's charming introduction and family bonding, dips during the middle act's hunter subplot which reviewers found less compelling, then builds to a deeply satisfying emotional climax. Critics consistently praise Kevin Peter Hall's performance, the creature effects, and the touching family dynamics, while noting some pacing issues and implausible plot elements.
Full cast
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John Lithgow
George Henderson
Melinda Dillon
Nancy Henderson
Don Ameche
Dr. Wallace Wrightwood
David Suchet
Jacques Lafleur
Margaret Langrick
Sarah Henderson
Joshua Rudoy
Ernie Henderson
M. Emmet Walsh
George Henderson Sr.
John Bloom
Feet
Lainie Kazan
Irene Moffitt
Kevin Peter Hall
Harry
William Ontiveros
Sgt. Mancini
David Richardt
Dirty Harry Officer
Jacqueline Moscou
DMV Clerk
Laura Kenny
"Mouse" Woman
Richard Arnold
"Mouse" Spouse
Sean Morgan
Jerry Seville
Nick Flynn
Stuart
David MacIntyre
Billers
Peggy Platt
Librarian
Orene Anderson
Woman in Kitchen
Crew
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