The Man Who Knew Too Little

November. 14,1997      PG
Rating:
6.6
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An American gets a ticket for an audience participation game in London, then gets involved in a case of mistaken identity. As an international plot unravels around him, he thinks it's all part of the act.

Bill Murray as  Wallace 'Wally' Ritchie
Peter Gallagher as  James 'Jimmy' Ritchie
Joanne Whalley as  Lorelei 'Lori'
Alfred Molina as  Boris 'The Butcher' Blavasky
Richard Wilson as  Sir Roger Daggenhurst
Geraldine James as  Dr. Ludmilla Kropotkin
John Standing as  Gilbert Embleton
Anna Chancellor as  Barbara Ritchie
Nicholas Woodeson as  Sergei
Simon Chandler as  Hawkins

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Reviews

Scanialara
1997/11/14

You won't be disappointed!

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Wordiezett
1997/11/15

So much average

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CrawlerChunky
1997/11/16

In truth, there is barely enough story here to make a film.

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Ava-Grace Willis
1997/11/17

Story: It's very simple but honestly that is fine.

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Paul Magne Haakonsen
1997/11/18

Oddly enough, then I hadn't even heard about "The Man Who Knew Too Little" before now, when I happened to stumble upon the movie by luck. But then again, I haven't actively been seeking out Bill Murray's movies, despite him being a great comedian and actor."The Man Who Knew Too Little" actually had a good story with lots of hilarious scenes and situations. The movie is filled with loveable characters and Bill Murray was just amazing in this movie.The movie does have a good cast and good acting performances, from the likes of Bill Murray, Peter Gallagher and Alfred Molina, to mention but those that first comes to mind.it is definitely worth taking the time to watch this movie, if you haven't already seen it.

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Maziun
1997/11/19

I've read quite many negative reviews abort his movie . After finally watching it I have to say – it's not bad . It's far from being a great movie , but "The man who knew too little" is kinda worth rental .As the title suggest it's a parody of Hitchcock's "The man who knew too much". Also it's a parody of Bond movies (or any spy movie). The idea is simple – the main hero thinks it's all a game , while everything is real. It makes the movie a basically one joke comedy – all the characters are wrong about each other actions and motivations. Most of the jokes fall flat.The thing that makes "TMWKTL" watchable is the acting . Bill Murray is charming and charismatic as ever . He's very funny , when he's pretending to be Dirty Harry . Alfred Molina who plays the villain Boris The Butcher is also a joy to watch . Add to that lovely Joanne Whaley as sexy spy Lorrie and funny Peter Gallagher as James Ritchie -brother of main hero.Overall it's nothing great , but it's a fun fluffy entertainment worth watching once . I give it 5/10.

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newmanarts-1
1997/11/20

The Man Who Knew Too Little has everything possible, not least Bill Murray. If you're a fan of Bill Murray this is the best! If you are a fan of British humour especially 1940s through 1960s, you'll love this one. If not you'll want to watch them after this seeing this one. The Man Who Knew Too Little rides the rail between spoofing and actually being part of that genre. A good movie is even better the second and third time, and this one does not fail that test. Bill and Joanne are great, the bonus is everyone else, especially watch for Alfred Molina as Boris!If you do like the feel of this movie and aren't familiar with the genre then you'll want to watch those old English drama-comedies like The Lavender Hill Mob, 1951,(the same director wrote and directed A Fish Called Wanda.) The Ladykillers, (that's the 1955 version. (Sorry Tom Hanks!)) and the Man In The White Suit were both directed by Alexander Mackendrick, same classic feel. In fact you'll find a gold mine in all those Alec Guinness films! Peter Sellers' Pink Panther series doesn't hurt as well, it fits quite nicely.For those who like their whiskey and movies humoured over peat then Whiskey Galore A.K.A.Tight Little Island is an early gem.

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alakimov
1997/11/21

The audience (fed up by the horrendous Hollywood crap), clearly was not able even to start appreciating the pure elegance of the movie. Bill Murray enjoys himself, camera man likes his work, Rusian spies are charming. Rest of the cast are on par.The very end is fishy, but thats a comedy after all!I just could not believe my eyes when I saw a 6.2 rating for the movie. The is the most "French-like" (i.e. frivolous, not pompous, not a hint of a usual dull American humor) American comedy I ever saw.Those who like the Ground Hog Day, will appreciate the irony, ease and elegance.

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