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Wild About Harry

2009·Movie
1h 36min·PG-13
57
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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics10
  • Coming of Age9
  • Nostalgia8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Family, growing up, and history

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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Family is family no matter what.

Set in 1973 and inspired by true events, 'Wild About Harry' follows the havoc wreaked in a teen girl’s life when she discovers that her widowed father is gay. Alternately comic and tragic and anchored by an impressive ensemble cast, the film captures both the freedoms and the homophobia of the time – all set against the backdrop of small town America on Cape Cod. British widower Harry Goodhart decides to make a fresh start and moves with his teenage daughters to Cape Cod in 1973. But Harry can't leave behind the secret that threatens to tear his family apart. Adjusting to their new lives proves difficult for the girls when they discover that the connection between their dad and his partner is more than just a working relationship.
1970s Period DramaFamily DynamicsLGBTQ+ StoryComing-of-AgeSocial CommentaryFather-Daughter RelationshipHeartfelt & PoignantCharacter-Driven

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Wild About Harry legally?

Wild About Harry is included with a subscription to Dekkoo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on JustWatch TV, Mometu, and Tubi TV. You can also 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.

Is Wild About Harry worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Wild About Harry rated?

PG-13Strong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Wild About Harry?

1 h 36 min

Wild About Harry runs 1 h 36 min.

What language is Wild About Harry in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Wild About Harry?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wild About Harry in 139 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.