Harvey (1950) movie poster

Harvey (1950)

"The Wonderful Pulitzer Prize Play โ€ฆ becomes one of the Great Motion Pictures of our Time!"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 80%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 84% (RT: 88%, MC: 79) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyFantasy

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Director
Henry Koster
Runtime
1h 44m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.7/10 (673 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
88%
Metacritic
79
Cast
James Stewart as Elwood P. Dowd
Josephine Hull as Veta Louise Simmons
Peggy Dow as Miss Kelly
Charles Drake as Dr. Sanderson
Cecil Kellaway as Dr. Chumley
Victoria Horne as Myrtle Mae Simmons
Jesse White as Wilson
William H. Lynn as Judge Gaffney (as William Lynn)
Most people think so. 80% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 673 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 84%.
Overview
The story of Elwood P. Dowd who makes friends with a spirit taking the form of a human-sized rabbit named Harvey that only he sees (and a few privileged others on occasion also.) After his sister tries to commit him to a mental institution, a comedy of errors ensues. Elwood and Harvey become the catalysts for a family mending its wounds and for romance blossoming in unexpected places. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Harvey was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • The initial cut of Harvey was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Harvey is a 1950 comedy, fantasy film directed by Henry Koster. The story of Elwood P. Dowd who makes friends with a spirit taking the form of a human-sized rabbit named Harvey that only he sees (and a few privileged others on occasion also.) After his sister tries to commit him to a mental institution, a comedy of errors ensues.

Elwood and Harvey become the catalysts for a family mending its wounds and for romance blossoming in unexpected places. The film has been rated by 673 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Harvey delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Harvey (1950) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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