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Top Secret!
1984·Movie
Top Secret! fingerprint
Very funny, high energy.
Energy
Breakneck and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace9
- Spectacle7
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Hopeful and romantic
- Hopefulness8
- Romance7
- Nostalgia7
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit
- Absurdist Humor10
- Wit & Wordplay9
- Physical Comedy9
World
Kept in the background
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Rewatchability9
- World Immersion8
Craft
Standout dialogue, direction, and performances
- Dialogue Quality9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout editing and sound design
- Editing9
- Music Centrality8
- Sound Centrality8
Energy
HighBreakneck and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
Top Secret! is breakneck and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
MediumHopeful and romantic
Emotionally, it's hopeful, romantic, and nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy0Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
Very highPlenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor10Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay9Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy9Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche9Playful imitation of styles.
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
HighKept in the background
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability9Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
Craft
MediumStandout dialogue, direction, and performances
The dialogue, direction, and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference9Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout editing and sound design
Look and sound: the editing and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Editing9Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche9Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
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Popular and dashing American singer Nick Rivers travels to East Germany to perform in a music festival. When he loses his heart to the gorgeous Hillary Flammond, he finds himself caught up in an underground resistance movement. Rivers joins forces with Agent Cedric and Flammond to attempt the rescue of her father, Dr. Paul, from the Germans, who have captured the scientist in hopes of coercing him into building a new naval mine.
Spy ParodyAbsurdist ComedySlapstickZany HumorGag-a-MinuteMusical ComedyCult Classic80s NostalgiaSelf-Referential Humor
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Questions about Top Secret!
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Top Secret! worth watching?
73
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 77%, and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Top Secret! rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Top Secret!?
1 h 30 min
Top Secret! runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Top Secret!?
Critics73
Audiences75
Yes. Critics average 73 and audiences 75 out of 100, so both groups see Top Secret! much the same way.
Was Top Secret! a box office hit?
Budget$9 million
Box office$21 million
Yes. It cost about $9 million to make and earned $21 million worldwide, 2.3 times its budget.
What language is Top Secret! in?
EnglishYiddishGerman
It was made in English, with some Yiddish, German. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Top Secret!?
71
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+57GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Top Secret! in 71 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Top Secret! use?
Decoy ProtagonistAdolf HitlariousTwo Men, One DressPurely Aesthetic EraMalt ShopBig Electric SwitchOff-the-Shelf FXBlack Comedy RapeHammerspaceHope SpotFake-Out Make-OutStealth Punand 153 more
TV Tropes lists 165 storytelling tropes for Top Secret!, including Decoy Protagonist, Adolf Hitlarious, Two Men, One Dress.