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The Thrill of It All

1963Movie1 h 48 minNR

ComedyRomance
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9Metacritic58–Rotten Tomatoes89%72%

A hopeful, wholesome comedy movie about family and everyday modern life.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not for brutality, scares or big ideas.

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Story

She's hoping he's ready. He's wishing she's willing.

A housewife's sudden rise to fame as a soap spokesperson leads to chaos in her home life.

Feels like

  • Classic Romantic Comedy
  • Domestic Chaos
  • Family-Friendly Humor
  • 1960s Americana
  • Wholesome Entertainment
  • Lighthearted Fun
  • Situational Gags
  • Star Power
  • Mid-Century Charm

Cast

24 of 37

Crew

Directed by
Norman Jewison
Written by
Carl Reiner, Larry Gelbart
Produced by
Ross Hunter, Martin Melcher
Music by
Frank De Vol

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

July 17, 1963 · 1 h 48 min · NR

Released
July 17, 1963
Runtime
1 h 48 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Comedy, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
5 countries

Tropes

Chekhov's Gun, Babies Make Everything Better, Breaking the Fourth Wall +4

  • Chekhov's Gun
  • Babies Make Everything Better
  • Breaking the Fourth Wall
  • Accidental Pervert
  • Awful Wedded Life
  • Censor Suds
  • Casting Gag

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Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Thrill of It All?"

Questions about The Thrill of It All

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Thrill of It All?

In the United States, you can rent or buy The Thrill of It All from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 2 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Thrill of It All worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 89%, and Metacritic 58).

Is The Thrill of It All okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will The Thrill of It All make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and slapstick (7 of 10).

Is The Thrill of It All good for date night?

and 5 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.