7.6
What's Up, Doc? fingerprint
High energy, funny.
Energy
Breakneck and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace9
- Adrenaline7
- Spectacle6
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Romance6
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy
- Physical Comedy9
- Situational Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
Everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing9
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighBreakneck and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
What's Up, Doc? is breakneck and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of slapstick and situational comedy
Expect plenty of slapstick and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy9Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
All style traits
- Editing9Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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Is What's Up, Doc? worth watching?
Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is What's Up, Doc? rated?
It's rated G in the United States.
How long is What's Up, Doc??
1 h 34 min
What's Up, Doc? runs 1 h 34 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on What's Up, Doc??
Yes. Critics average 81 and audiences 84 out of 100, so both groups see What's Up, Doc? much the same way.
Was What's Up, Doc? a box office hit?
Yes, a big one. It cost about $4 million to make and earned $66 million worldwide, 16.5 times its budget.
What language is What's Up, Doc? in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch What's Up, Doc??
+35GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for What's Up, Doc? in 49 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does What's Up, Doc? use?
TV Tropes lists 84 storytelling tropes for What's Up, Doc?, including Object Ceiling Cling, Photographic Memory, Foreign-Language Tirade.