Big (1988)
A beloved coming-of-age fantasy comedy in which a boy’s wish to grow up overnight turns his world completely upside down.
Big - Movie Information
- Original Title: Big
- Release Year: 1988
- Directed by: Penny Marshall
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Fantasy, Drama, Comedy
- Age Rating (US): PG
- Runtime: 1h 44m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): June 3, 1988 (Romania ‑ 12), June 3, 1988 (United States ‑ PG), October 21, 1988 (United Kingdom ‑ 12), September 29, 1988 (Germany ‑ 6), September 7, 1988 (France ‑ U), October 21, 1988 (Australia ‑ M), October 14, 1988 (Italy ‑ T), December 2, 1988 (Spain ‑ APTA), July 15, 1989 (South Korea ‑ 15)
- Alternative Titles: Big (ES), ビッグ：1988 (JP), 飞进未来 (CN), Big ‑ Isoksi yhdesssä yössä (FI)
- Production Companies: American Entertainment Partners II L.P., Gracie Films, 20th Century Fox
- Production Countries: United States of America
Big - Plot
When a young boy makes a wish at a carnival machine to be big—he wakes up the following morning to find that it has been granted and his body has grown older overnight. But he is still the same 13-year-old boy inside. Now he must learn how to cope with the unfamiliar world of grown-ups including getting a job and having his first romantic encounter with a woman.
Big - Trailer
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Big - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Penny Marshall
Main Cast
- Tom Hanks
- Elizabeth Perkins
- Robert Loggia
- John Heard
- Jared Rushton
- David Moscow
- Jon Lovitz
- Mercedes Ruehl
- Josh Clark
- Kimberlee M. Davis
Writers
- Anne Spielberg
- Gary Ross
Producers
- James L. Brooks
- Robert Greenhut
Big - FAQs
Where can you stream Big (1988) online?
Big (1988) is available to stream on Disney Plus as part of its subscription library. It can also be rented or purchased digitally through Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region.
Is Big (1988) based on a true story?
No, Big is not based on a true story. It is an original fantasy-comedy screenplay written by Anne Spielberg and Gary Ross. The story draws on universal childhood wishes and coming-of-age themes rather than any real-life events or individuals.
What is the famous piano scene in Big?
The iconic floor piano scene at FAO Schwarz toy store features Tom Hanks and Robert Loggia playing “Heart and Soul” and “Chopsticks” with their feet on a giant walk-on keyboard. Largely improvised, it became one of cinema’s most beloved and recognizable moments, and the piano remains a tourist attraction.
Did Tom Hanks win an Oscar for Big?
Tom Hanks received his first Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his performance in Big (1988), but did not win that year. He went on to win back-to-back Oscars for Philadelphia (1993) and Forrest Gump (1994). Big is widely credited as the role that established him as a major Hollywood star.
Who are the main actors in Big (1988)?
Big stars Tom Hanks in the lead role as Josh Baskin, alongside Elizabeth Perkins as Susan, Robert Loggia as MacMillan, John Heard as Paul, Jared Rushton as Billy, David Moscow as young Josh, Jon Lovitz as Scotty Brennen, and Mercedes Ruehl as Mrs. Baskin.
What age rating is Big (1988)?
Big (1988) is rated PG in the United States, making it suitable for general audiences with parental guidance suggested for younger viewers. It carries a 12 certificate in Romania and the United Kingdom, a 6 rating in Germany, and a U classification in France.
How long is the movie Big (1988)?
Big (1988) has a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes (104 minutes). The film moves briskly through its fantasy-comedy premise, balancing warm-hearted humor with surprisingly poignant moments about childhood, identity, and the pressures of adult life.
What movies are similar to Big (1988)?
If you enjoyed Big, you might also like Splash (1984), another Tom Hanks fantasy-comedy with a similar warmth and charm. Other recommendations include Working Girl (1988), Turner & Hooch (1989), A League of Their Own (1992), and The Money Pit (1986), all sharing tones of humor and heart.
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