Little Shop of Horrors (1986) movie poster

Little Shop of Horrors (1986)

"A singing plant. A daring hero. A sweet girl. A demented dentist. It's the most outrageous musical comedy in years."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 86% (RT: 91%, MC: 81) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 34m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (1,601 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
91%
Metacritic
81
Cast
Rick Moranis as Seymour Krelborn
Ellen Greene as Audrey
Vincent Gardenia as Mushnik
Levi Stubbs as Audrey II (voice)
Steve Martin as Orin Scrivello, D.D.S.
Tichina Arnold as Crystal
Michelle Weeks as Ronnette
Tisha Campbell as Chiffon
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,601 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 86%.
Overview
Seymour Krelborn is a nerdy orphan working at Mushnik's; a flower shop in urban Skid Row. He harbors a crush on fellow co-worker, Audrey Fulquard, and is berated by Mr. Mushnik daily. One day, Seymour finds a very mysterious unidentified plant which he calls Audrey II. The plant seems to have a craving for blood and soon begins to sing for it’s supper. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • Rick Moranis spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The initial cut of Little Shop of Horrors was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Little Shop of Horrors is a 1986 horror, comedy film directed by Frank Oz. Seymour Krelborn is a nerdy orphan working at Mushnik's; a flower shop in urban Skid Row. He harbors a crush on fellow co-worker, Audrey Fulquard, and is berated by Mr.

Mushnik daily. One day, Seymour finds a very mysterious unidentified plant which he calls Audrey II. The plant seems to have a craving for blood and soon begins to sing for it’s supper.

The film has been rated by 1,601 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, Little Shop of Horrors 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.

Little Shop of Horrors (1986) 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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