
Harry and the Hendersons
A heartwarming and unexpectedly gentle comedy unfolds as the Henderson family unwittingly welcomes a remarkably affable Bigfoot – dubbed “Harry” – into their suburban lives. Beyond the initial shock and attempts at exploitation, the film explores the anxieties of a fracturing family unit unexpectedly bonded by a shared secret and the surprisingly relatable struggles of an outsider attempting to navigate a world not built for him. The humor stems not from monstrous terror, but from Harry's clumsy attempts to assimilate, creating a sweetly chaotic domesticity underscored by a melancholic awareness of his isolation. It’s a story about finding connection in the most unlikely of places and recalibrating perspectives on what defines a family, with subtle commentary on humanity's relationship with the natural world.
Rolprentbesonderhede
- Regisseur
- William Dear
- Vrystellingsdatum
- 1987-06-05
- Looptyd
- 110 min
- Gradering
- 6.1 / 10 (749)
Rolverdeling
- John Lithgow
- Melinda Dillon
- Kevin Peter Hall
- Margaret Langrick













