Hector's Bunyip

1986Movie58 min

84
GreatGoodWatch score
84
GreatGoodWatch score

Summary

The Australian Hector's Bunyip concerns the misadventures of impoverished inventor Robert Coleby. As if his money problems weren't enough, Hector is being hectored by land developer Brian Moll and child-welfare officer Joan Sydney.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Kids

Skip it if

  • You want dark or edgy material

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Directed by
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Facts

January 1, 1986 · 58 min · Comedy, Fantasy

Released
January 1, 1986
Runtime
58 min
Genres
Comedy, Fantasy
Original language
English
Made in
Australia
Available in
7 countries

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Questions about Hector's Bunyip

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Hector's Bunyip worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84 (IMDb 6.9).

Is Hector's Bunyip okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will Hector's Bunyip make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Can I half-watch Hector's Bunyip?

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.