What About Bob?

Name: What About Bob?
Director: Frank Oz
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1991-01-01
Duration: 100 min
Rating: 6.9
Cast: Bill Murray, Richard Dreyfuss, Julie Hagerty, Charlie Korsmo, Kathryn Erbe

1991Dir. Frank Oz1h 40m

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Runtime1h 40m

Released1991

Budget$35M

Box office$63.7M

DirectorFrank Oz

About This Movie

So, 'What About Bob?' is this hilarious 1991 comedy directed by Frank Oz. It’s got this really quirky vibe, you know? Bill Murray plays Bob, and his performance is just so relatable, honestly. The guy’s a total mess, full of phobias, which makes him endearing yet infuriating for Dr. Leo Marvin, played by Richard Dreyfuss. The pacing is pretty snappy; it keeps you chuckling as the chaos unfolds. There’s this great contrast between Bob’s relentless optimism and Leo’s uptight demeanor. Plus, the practical effects of Bob’s antics blend seamlessly with the more natural scenery of the country house, creating this unique atmosphere. It's one of those films that just captures the essence of comedy through character dynamics and clever writing.

Focus on character dynamicsBill Murray's comedic timingThemes of dependency and self-discovery