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The Ransom of Red Chief

1998Movie1 h 30 min

Comedy
48
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.5

A hopeful, quirky action movie about history and family.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

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Not for romance, scares or big ideas.

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Story

Two small time crooks. One out of control hostage. Let the fun begin...

Two hoboes strike on a get-rich quick scheme to kidnap an overly-energetic 9 year old son of a local banker. Based on the classic story by O. Henry.

Feels like

  • Classic O. Henry Adaptation
  • Slapstick Comedy of Errors
  • Wholesome Family Fun
  • Historical Americana Setting
  • Chaotic Child Antagonist
  • Lighthearted Crime Capers
  • Nostalgic TV Movie Vibe
  • Physical Humor Focus
  • Irony-Driven Plot

Cast

19 of 19

Crew

Directed by
Bob Clark
Written by
Ed Naha, O. Henry
Produced by
J. Boyce Harman Jr., Ed Naha
Music by
Irwin Fisch

Everyone

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

Facts

January 1, 1998 · 1 h 30 min · Action, Comedy, Family, TV Movie, Western

Released
January 1, 1998
Runtime
1 h 30 min
Genres
Action, Comedy, Family, TV Movie, Western
Original language
English
Also spoken
French
Available in
1 country

Q&A

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Questions about The Ransom of Red Chief

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Ransom of Red Chief worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48 (IMDb 5.5).

Is The Ransom of Red Chief okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will The Ransom of Red Chief make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and slapstick (8 of 10).

Can I half-watch The Ransom of Red Chief?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.