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Title: Harry and the Hendersons (1987)
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| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| John Lithgow | ... | George Henderson | |
| Melinda Dillon | ... | Nancy Henderson | |
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Margaret Langrick | ... | Sarah Henderson |
| Joshua Rudoy | ... | Ernie Henderson | |
| Kevin Peter Hall | ... | Harry | |
| David Suchet | ... | Jacques Lafleur | |
| Lainie Kazan | ... | Irene Moffitt | |
| Don Ameche | ... | Dr. Wallace Wrightwood | |
| M. Emmet Walsh | ... | George Henderson Sr. | |
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William Ontiveros | ... | Sgt. Mancini (as Bill Ontiverous) |
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David Richardt | ... | Dirty Harry Officer |
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Jacqueline Moscou | ... | DMV Clerk |
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Laura Kenny | ... | 'Mouse' Woman |
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Richard Arnold | ... | 'Mouse' Spouse (as Richard E. Arnold) |
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Sean Morgan | ... | Jerry Seville |
Returning from a hunting trip in the forest, the Henderson family's car hits an animal in the road. At first they fear it was a man, but when they examine the "body" they find it's a "bigfoot". They think it's dead so they decide to take it home (there could be some money in this..). As you guessed, "it" isn't dead. Far from being the ferocious monster they fear "Harry" to be, he's a friendly giant. In their attempts to keep Harry a secret, the Henderson's have to hide him from the authorities and a man, who has made it his goal in life, to catch a "bigfoot". Written by Rob Hartill
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I used to dislike this film. I disliked the mushiness, the story and even the sad parts. This movie was stuck on the shelf, covered in dust, forgotten.
Only days ago I pulled this movie out and decided to sit down and watch it, expecting the same mushy film that I saw years and years ago.
However, as I have gotten older I have a greater understanding of what this film offers me and people alike. In fact, it touched me so much to see how something that is often portrayed as scary was so gentle and caring.
From the introduction when Harry is first discovered (in a rather unfortunate way) to the end of the movie, the Hendersons learn that Harry is more human than they ever thought, and that he has a bigger heart than the human race combined.
Throughout the film, the effect that Harry has on people's lives is always seen. We as humans are so receptive to myth, legend and rumours. Yet, before the truth is given a chance to be known, we block our ears, close our eyes and run away.
The Hendersons, Jacques LeFleur -a hunter who has followed his trail for 25 years and Dr Wrightwood -a man whose life has been ruined by his dedication towards the study of Sasquatch, all gain a new perspective on life, as well as a new respect. Their original feelings of the "Beast" all quashed swiftly to realize that inside of it lay a big heart.
Harry's compassion, love for other beings and respect for life made this film an absolute delight to watch. I whole heartedly recommend this for anybody looking for a family film that not only warms the heart, but also teaches a lesson of who is really the monster on Earth.