The Man Who Knew Too Little

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The Man Who Knew Too Little

PG

1997

1h 34m

Comedy

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In London to celebrate his birthday with James (Peter Gallagher), his rich younger brother, hapless American Wallace Ritchie (Bill Murray) gets signed up to participate in an elaborate role-playing theater performance. However, when Wallace accidentally receives a call intended for an actual hit man, he gets caught in a web of intrigue, completely unaware that the action unfolding around him is real. Luckily, the lovely Lori (Joanne Whalley) is around to help the clueless guy out of tight spots.

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Richard Williams

Guardian

Feb 2, 2023

An hour and a half of unsophisticated satire.

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Ryan Gilbey

Independent (UK)

Feb 2, 2023

A plain caper comedy which [Bill Murray] singlehandedly elevates into a goofy gem.

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David Gritten

Daily Telegraph (UK)

Feb 2, 2023

In this attempt to revive Bill Murray's dwindling career as a leading man, dumb humor is the order of the day.

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Mike Davies

Birmingham Post

Feb 2, 2023

Murray, not playing mean streak for once, is on his best comic form in years, but unfortunately this is a one joke movie and Too Little does not go a long way.

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

Sep 14, 2020

4/10

Aside from all the fitting silliness that embellishes the storyline, the conclusion is an absolute mess.

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andrew H

@andrew512 Aug 30, 2026

this a terribly slutty comedy movie, the whole movie tries to be 'subtle' but fails, it is not a fun movie to watch, did not make me laugh, made me uncomfortable watching movie where the main guy falls in love with a prostrate.

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Jason H

@RT50328122 Aug 21, 2026

This little-known Bill Murray comedy is quite enjoyable.

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Paul E

@PassoutTomatoes Aug 16, 2026

A genuinely nice guy pretending that comes across as a psychopath is hilarious.

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Douglas E

@RT50442544 Jul 9, 2026

Boa parte da graça está na atuação do Bill Murray.

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Frans B

@FransB Jun 23, 2026

Great. Very well written and directed. Good cinematography and visually pleasing. Familiar premise but made good with Bill Murray's flair and presence. Stellar cast all very convincing in character. If off beat funny (peculiar or haha), silly, hilarious and goofball is your thing, this will suffice. Loads of misconceptions, misunderstandings, confusion, mistaken identity, unintended flops, embarrassing behavior, tomfoolery and skullduggery. Some original and memorable "wisdom" 😜, just easy to watch and tickle your smile-o-meter

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Paul P.

@ppirie1 Feb 28, 2026

I enjoyed it. It wasn’t hilarious but it was pretty funny if you like silly comedy.

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Synopsis

In London to celebrate his birthday with James (Peter Gallagher), his rich younger brother, hapless American Wallace Ritchie (Bill Murray) gets signed up to participate in an elaborate role-playing theater performance. However, when Wallace accidentally receives a call intended for an actual hit man, he gets caught in a web of intrigue, completely unaware that the action unfolding around him is real. Luckily, the lovely Lori (Joanne Whalley) is around to help the clueless guy out of tight spots.

Director: Jon Amiel
Producer: Mark Tarlov, Michael G. Nathanson, Arnon Milchan
Screenwriter: Robert Farrar, Howard Franklin
Distributor: Warner Bros.
Production Co: Warner Brothers, Regency Enterprises, Polaris Productions
Rating: PG
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 14, 1997, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $13.8M
Runtime: 1h 34m
Sound Mix: Surround, Dolby Digital, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1), 35mm

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