Hanky Panky

Reviewers found Hanky Panky to be a passable but unremarkable comedy-thriller that suffered from taking itself too seriously and lacking genuine laughs. While the chemistry between Wilder and Radner was appreciated and specific comedic moments like the magician bus scene and belching pilot sequence were praised, critics felt the film was too derivative of North by Northwest and relied too heavily on mechanical chase elements. The overall sentiment remained mixed throughout, with occasional bright spots unable to elevate what most considered a mediocre effort.