That Thing You Do! (1996) movie poster

That Thing You Do! (1996)

"The Fab Four without the Mop Tops"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 89%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 82% (RT: 93%, MC: 71) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDramaRomanceMusic

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Director
Runtime
1h 48m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.9/10 (905 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
93%
Metacritic
71
Cast
Tom Hanks as Mr. White
Tom Everett Scott as Guy Patterson
Liv Tyler as Faye Dolan
Johnathon Schaech as Jimmy Mattingly
Steve Zahn as Lenny Haise
Ethan Embry as T.B. Player
Yes. 89% of real audiences liked it based on 905 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 82%.
Overview
A Pennsylvania band scores a hit in 1964 and rides the star-making machinery as long as it can, with lots of help from its manager. But behind the scenes, the groupโ€™s sudden fame tests their strength, their maturity and responsibility, and their ability to resist the temptations that money and notoriety always make possible. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for That Thing You Do! was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • The initial cut of That Thing You Do! was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

That Thing You Do! is a 1996 comedy, drama, romance film directed by Tom Hanks. A Pennsylvania band scores a hit in 1964 and rides the star-making machinery as long as it can, with lots of help from its manager. But behind the scenes, the groupโ€™s sudden fame tests their strength, their maturity and responsibility, and their ability to resist the temptations that money and notoriety always make possible.

The film has been rated by 905 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, That Thing You Do! 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.

That Thing You Do! (1996) 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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