Idle Hands (1999) movie poster

Idle Hands (1999)

"The touching story of a boy and his right hand."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 24% (RT: 18%, MC: 31) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyHorrorFantasyRomance

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Director
Rodman Flender
Runtime
1h 32m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.2/10 (724 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
18%
Metacritic
31
Cast
Devon Sawa as Anton
Seth Green as Mick
Elden Henson as Pnub
Jessica Alba as Molly
Christopher Hart as The Hand
Katie Wright as Tanya
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 724 votes. Critics scored it lower at 24%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Anton is a cheerful but exceedingly non-ambitious 17-year-old stoner who lives to stay buzzed, watch TV, and moon over Molly, the beautiful girl who lives next door. However, it turns out that the old clichΓ© about idle hands being the devil's playground has a kernel of truth after all. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 1999 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for Idle Hands was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Idle Hands is a 1999 comedy, horror, fantasy film directed by Rodman Flender. Anton is a cheerful but exceedingly non-ambitious 17-year-old stoner who lives to stay buzzed, watch TV, and moon over Molly, the beautiful girl who lives next door. However, it turns out that the old clichΓ© about idle hands being the devil's playground has a kernel of truth after all.

The film has been rated by 724 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Idle Hands 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.

Idle Hands (1999) 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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