
92 in the Shade
Seen it?1975 | 93 min | Comedy, Drama
Why 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
- If you count yourself among anyone who wants a laugh and anyone who loves a strong drama, this one's for you. Easy company after a long day.
- The mood
- Funny with heart.
- The pace
- Quiet, then quietly devastating, at 1 hr 33 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
- Made in 1975: an older pace and style.
- Skip it if you're after something serious tonight.
A young drifter returns to his home in Key West, Florida and attempts to open a fishing charter business, provoking a dangerous feud with a rival fishing sea captain.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 12K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Thomas McGuane
- Peter FondaTom Skelton
- Warren OatesNichol Dance
- Margot KidderMiranda
- Burgess MeredithGoldsboro
- Harry Dean StantonCarter
- Elizabeth AshleyJeannie Carter
- Sylvia MilesBella
- William HickeyMr. Skelton
- Louise LathamMrs. Skelton
- Joe SpinellOllie Slatt