7.3
Is Schmoedipus worth watching?
81
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 7.3).
81
GreatGoodWatch scoreSummary
Glen, a complete stranger, appears at the door of Elizabeth Carter, a middle-aged woman, and claims to be the illegitimate son she gave away at birth.
Good for
- Family movie night
- Teens
- Drop-in friendly
Skip it if
- You want something to laugh at
Where to watch
Not streaming in any country yet.
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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.
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- Directed by
- Barry Davis
- Written by
- Dennis Potter
- Produced by
- Kenith Trodd
- Music by
- Brian Hiles
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Facts
June 20, 1974 · 1 h 7 min · Drama, TV Movie
- Released
- June 20, 1974
- Runtime
- 1 h 7 min
- Genres
- Drama, TV Movie
- Original language
- English
- Made in
- United Kingdom
Q&A
4 questions, like "Is Schmoedipus worth watching?"
Questions about Schmoedipus
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Schmoedipus okay for kids?
Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
Is Schmoedipus plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (7 of 10) and dialogue centrality (7 of 10) more than on its plot.
Can I half-watch Schmoedipus?
Easy watchDemanding
Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.