A young boy makes a wish to a mystical fortune-telling machine at a carnival, longing to be an adult. To his surprise, he wakes up the next morning as a fully grown man. With the help of his loyal best friend, he navigates the adult world and lands a job at a toy company. His childlike enthusiasm and straightforward nature quickly win over the company’s president, stir jealousy among his coworkers, and capture the heart of a beautiful woman.
The film, starring Tom Hanks, received Academy Award nominations for Best Actor and Best Original Screenplay. “Big” is a heartwarming and humorous tale about the trials and tribulations of growing up, even when it happens overnight.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Big |
| Director | Penny Marshall |
| Release Date | June 3, 1988 |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy |
| Main Cast | Tom Hanks, Elizabeth Perkins, Robert Loggia |
| Runtime | 104 minutes |
| Synopsis | A young boy makes a wish to a mystical fortune-telling machine at a carnival, longing to be an adult. To his surprise, he wakes up the next morning as a fully grown man. With the help of his loyal best friend, he navigates the adult world and lands a job at a toy company. His childlike enthusiasm and straightforward nature quickly win over the company’s president, stir jealousy among his coworkers, and capture the heart of a beautiful woman. |
| Rating | PG |
| Box Office | $151.7 million |
| Production Company | Gracie Films, 20th Century Fox |
| VHS Release Date | May 31, 1989 |
| Special Features | Behind-the-scenes footage, interviews with cast and crew, theatrical trailer |