7.0
Where can I stream What About Bob? legally?
You can rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.
What About Bob?
1991·Movie
·1h 40min·PG·
What About Bob? fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Tension4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Hopeful
Much of it is about family.
- Hopefulness7
- Family Dynamics7
- Wholesome5
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and family
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
What About Bob? is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
LowHopeful
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and slapstick
Expect plenty of situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and family
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and family. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
Bob's a special kind of friend. The kind that drives you crazy.
Before going on vacation, self-involved psychiatrist Dr. Leo Marvin has the misfortune of taking on a new patient: Bob Wiley. An exemplar of neediness and a compendium of phobias, Bob follows Marvin to his family's country house. Dr. Marvin tries to get him to leave; the trouble is, everyone loves Bob. As his oblivious patient makes himself at home, Dr. Marvin loses his professional composure and, before long, may be ready for the loony bin himself.
Dark ComedyPsychological ComedyCharacter-DrivenNeurotic ProtagonistQuirkyEscapistFamilyRelationship DynamicsAbsurd Situations
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Related Movies and Shows
Overall: Similar vibe.
Movies
Shows
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Loading video…
Questions about What About Bob?
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is What About Bob? worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 71%, and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is What About Bob? rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is What About Bob??
1 h 40 min
What About Bob? runs 1 h 40 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on What About Bob??
Critics66
Audiences73
Yes. Critics average 66 and audiences 73 out of 100, so both groups see What About Bob? much the same way.
Was What About Bob? a box office hit?
Budget$35 million
Box office$64 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $35 million to make and earned $64 million worldwide, 1.8 times its budget.
What language is What About Bob? in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch What About Bob??
30
+16
+16GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for What About Bob? in 30 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does What About Bob? use?
Even Evil Has StandardsAll Psychology Is FreudianAccidental MisnamingBlack ComedyDistinction Without a DifferenceEvil LaughIncest SubtextOblivious to HatredHollywood Tourette'sInsane Troll LogicBig Brother WorshipDr. Jerkand 86 more
TV Tropes lists 98 storytelling tropes for What About Bob?, including Even Evil Has Standards, All Psychology Is Freudian, Accidental Misnaming.