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Hanky Panky

1982Movie1 h 43 minPG

Mystery
44
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb5.7Rotten Tomatoes42%30%

A fast-paced, intriguing mystery movie about everyday modern life and crime.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Not for tears, scares or brutality.

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Story

When you're wanted for a murder you didn't commit, chased for secrets you didn't steal, and running from people who want to kill you, the worst mistake you can make is falling in love...

Naïve Michael Jordon is drawn into a web of government secrets when a girl carrying a mysterious package gets into a taxi with him. When she's later murdered, Michael becomes the chief suspect and goes on the run.

Feels like

  • 80s Comedy Thriller
  • Spy Conspiracy
  • Innocent on the Run
  • Mystery Adventure
  • Witty Banter
  • Lighthearted Action
  • Romantic Comedy Elements
  • Fast-Paced Plot

Cast

24 of 32

Crew

Directed by
Sidney Poitier
Written by
David Taylor, Henry Rosenbaum
Produced by
Martin Ransohoff
Music by
Tom Scott

Everyone

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

Facts

June 4, 1982 · 1 h 43 min · PG

Released
June 4, 1982
Runtime
1 h 43 min
Age rating
PG
Genres
Mystery, Action, Comedy, Crime
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$14 million
Box office
$9 million
Available in
69 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Hanky Panky?"

Questions about Hanky Panky

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Hanky Panky?

The RokuTubi TVSony Pictures CoreHowdy

In the United States, Hanky Panky streams on Sony Pictures Core and Howdy, and it is free with ads on The Roku and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is Hanky Panky worth watching?

44
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44 (IMDb 5.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 42%).

Is Hanky Panky okay for kids?

PG

Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Will Hanky Panky make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly sharp wit (7 of 10) and situational comedy (6 of 10).

Can I half-watch Hanky Panky?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Was Hanky Panky a box office flop?

Budget$14 million
Box office$9 million

Yes: it cost about $14 million to make and earned $9 million worldwide, 64% of its budget.