Swiss Army Man
Seen it?2016 | 97 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance, Fantasy, Adventure
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With soft box office and little lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for romantics, anyone who wants a laugh and fantasy fans. If you loved Shaun of the Dead, start here.
- The mood
- Funny with heart, romantic.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 37 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
Alone on a tiny deserted island, Hank has given up all hope of ever making it home again. But one day everything changes when a dead body washes ashore, and he soon realizes it may be his last opportunity to escape certain death. Armed with his new “friend” and an unusual bag of tricks, the duo go on an epic adventure to bring Hank back to the woman of his dreams.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
72% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
6.9 out of 10
- AwardsBelow par
Nominated for 2 Independent Spirit Awards.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$6 million worldwide on a $3 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Daniel Kwan, Daniel Scheinert
- Paul DanoHank
- Daniel RadcliffeManny
- Mary Elizabeth WinsteadSarah
- Antonia RiberoCrissie
- Timothy EulichPreston
- Richard GrossHank's Dad
- Marika CasteelReporter
- Andy HullCameraman
- Aaron MarshallOfficer #1
- Shane CarruthCoroner