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Who Framed Roger Rabbit

1988·Movie
1h 44min·PG

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High energy, funny.

Energy

Epic and tense

  • Spectacle9
  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Awe-inspiring and nostalgic

  • Wonder9
  • Nostalgia8
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy

  • Physical Comedy8
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay7

World

Fantasy, crime, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Novelty9
  • Dialogue Centrality8

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Direction9
  • Intrigue9
  • Acting8

Style

Standout cinematography, visual style, and editing

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography9
  • Visual Stylization9
  • Editing8

Who it's for

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About

It's the story of a man, a woman, and a rabbit in a triangle of trouble.

Toon star Roger is worried that his wife Jessica is playing pattycake with someone else, so the studio hires detective Eddie Valiant to snoop on her. But the stakes are quickly raised when Marvin Acme is found dead and Roger is the prime suspect.
Groundbreaking Mixed-MediaFilm Noir MysterySlapstick ComedyToon vs. Human WorldGolden Age HollywoodPioneering Visual EffectsMeta-NarrativeDarkly HumorousHigh Intrigue

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Who Framed Roger Rabbit

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Where can I stream Who Framed Roger Rabbit legally?

Who Framed Roger Rabbit is included with a subscription to Disney+ in the United States. 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 Who Framed Roger Rabbit worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Who Framed Roger Rabbit rated?

PGViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Who Framed Roger Rabbit?

1 h 44 min

Who Framed Roger Rabbit runs 1 h 44 min.

Is Who Framed Roger Rabbit based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Who Framed Roger Rabbit?

Critics90
Audiences81

Not quite. Critics rate Who Framed Roger Rabbit higher (90) than audiences (81). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Who Framed Roger Rabbit a box office hit?

Budget$51 million
Box office$352 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $51 million to make and earned $352 million worldwide, 6.9 times its budget.

What language is Who Framed Roger Rabbit in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Who Framed Roger Rabbit?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Who Framed Roger Rabbit in 77 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Who Framed Roger Rabbit use?

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TV Tropes lists 641 storytelling tropes for Who Framed Roger Rabbit, including Empty Chair Memorial, Pelican Package Pouch, Race Lift.