Big

June 1988

(35,846)

Synopsis

At a carnival, young Josh Baskin (Tom Hanks) wishes he was big -- only to awake the next morning and discover he is! With the help of his friend Billy, Josh lands a job at a toy company. but the more he experiences being an adult, the more Josh longs for the simple joys of childhood.

Reviews

4.2

35,846 total

5 18,668

4 10,505

3 3,915

2 1,130

1 1,628

Gerald Clarke

A delightful comedy-fantasy.

Desmond Ryan

Penny Marshall brings a logic to the premise that is sustained through most of the movie. And where the other movies snickered at the sexual possibilities in the idea, she faces up to them with both candor and taste.

Jay Boyar

This setup isn't exactly what you'd call plausible, but the follow-through is consistent and clever.

Kevin Thomas

Big, which has been directed by Penny Marshall with verve and impeccable judgment, drops a child's innocence into the corporate rat race as if it were a depth charge.

Dave Kehr

When Marshall brings Hanks and Perkins together, she discovers a grace and lightness in their relationship that transcends the pinched thematics of the script.

Gene Siskel

Not a major movie but a pleasing one.

Critic reviews

Gerald Clarke

A delightful comedy-fantasy.

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Desmond Ryan

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Jay Boyar

This setup isn't exactly what you'd call plausible, but the follow-through is consistent and clever.

Full Review

Kevin Thomas

Big, which has been directed by Penny Marshall with verve and impeccable judgment, drops a child's innocence into the corporate rat race as if it were a depth charge.

Full Review

Dave Kehr

When Marshall brings Hanks and Perkins together, she discovers a grace and lightness in their relationship that transcends the pinched thematics of the script.

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Gene Siskel

Not a major movie but a pleasing one.

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Jonathan Rosenbaum

As far as the movie's message is considered -- if only grown-ups could be more like kids -- Jerry Lewis did an infinitely better job of plugging it in the 50s.

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User reviews

John Ambler March 8, 2014

Old School This film harks back to the halcyon days of Frank Capra much maligned for being too sentimental. He still made the film that is in most people's Top Ten, that being It's a Wonderful Life. So Fast Forward to the 1980s and BIG still has the same value at its core as Capra's filmswhich are, trust people, always do the right thing for the right reason and good will conquer all. This film first showcased the talent of Tom Hanks, all his films prior to that e.g. Splash were not as significant as BIG. The stand out highlight is the dance with the Toy Company owner on the Giant Keyboard its on a par with any of the special cinematic moments of all time. This was recently re-enacted on the Jonathan Ross Show with Tom Hanks and Sandra Bullock a fair substitute with better legs doing Chopsticks brilliantly Tom can still do it. BIG must be also in everyone Top Ten if not then they haven't a heart!

Justine OBrien March 8, 2014

BIG! Rock on! #Supreme Extreme Excellence! Brilliant Fun! BIG! Rock on! Bring it! Total #Awesomeness #Supreme Smooooth! Gigantic Fun! Champion! 🎹🎵🌌🎼

Trevor Hoffman March 11, 2014

A great Me and my bro have it and watch it all the time its so much fun and technology for back then that I kinda hate the stuff we have now it just confuses me,but this movie is one of the best I ever saw so I recommend buying it.

Sarahann Catania March 7, 2014

Best movie ever when I was a kid. I have always loved this movie, and still do. One of the best ever! Thanks google for the free movie. :) and to ppl complaining about credit card. Yea its free. Just get a google play card at local store and add to your account. It is free. To watch or download. Gawd sooo many complainers. Lol

Michael W March 7, 2014

One of the best! I was surprised this wasn't available when they were offering all of Tom Hanks's movies on special. I was thinking how could you not have this one in that group?! 1 of his BIGgest hit movies. I guess this makes up for it. I'm thinking someone complained on the higher end up and they're fixing it by offering it free but who knows. I will take this gift horse free from inspection.

Jamie Plum September 1, 2014

On my Samsung Galaxy S4 This movie was a good 1 to watch 4 my husband & I wen we were younger so wen we seen it 4 free on the Google Play Store we new we had 2 have it & we watched it with r kids & they enjoyed it very much! Keep the good/great movies, music, books, etc. coming Google Play

Michael Stock March 9, 2014

The Most Playful Movie,(The Wizard Of Oz Of Modern Times) I Enjoyed The Plot Of This Movie, With A Young Man Wanting To Grow Up In A Fast Paced World, Have All The Things Adults Could Want; Only To Find That Time Will Work It's Self Out! All From The Bright Directing of Penny Marshall....Just Fabulous!!!!!!

Tammie Hanenburg March 7, 2014

Wonderful movie With Tom Hanks This Movie Left Me Falling in LOVE With TOM HANK's. Caricature!! A little Boy Just Wanting To Be A Man.. His Wish Comes True!!! He Find All He Wants And More, but WILL IT BE WHAT HE REALLY WANTS???? WATCH IT AND SEE.... U 2 WILL FALL IN LOVE WITH THIS MOVIE!!!

Cheryl Lawson March 9, 2014

Love Big One of my favorite movies. Two great lessons. 1. Don't grow up too fast, and 2. Never lose your ability to play and have fun. Thanks Google for the free movie.

Joe Davis March 7, 2014

Amazing movie!! A blast from the past. 1980's movie staring Tom Hanks, a boy I'd magically turned into a man. Has a dream life as a man with a 13 year old brain. Funny and then imaginative, this movie is a must see for all!

Jennifer Wright March 7, 2014

Free movie awesome! For those who dont have credit card..there are many free prepaid credit cards NETSPEND MASTER/VISA CARD. PAYPAL ETC.JUST TO NAME A FEW.u wont b charged nd u will get to enjoy the free apps movies books. I use prepaid netspend master card added minium amount nd have used to get alot of free apps nd checked balance nd havent been charged.

Valentino Medina August 14, 2014

Big Amazing movie! Best of the Best. This is a great gift! Huge Thanks to Google team.

Joel Segarra March 8, 2014

Happy 'BIG' Birthday Google Play BIG is a classic! It was every kids dream to grow up faster. Thank you Google Play for the FREE movie!!!

paul Gutierrez March 7, 2014

Very good This is one of best movies eva...BIG classic. Free...this is how it should exactly be. Guy whining about why cc and fraud thing, as if google is really going to do that for a 12.99 movie.

Adam Foster March 28, 2014

Check the rating I remember watching this when I was younger, classic show. I don't remember hearing the f-word then, so you can see why I was surprised when I heard the f-word in this "pg" rated movie. Totally spoiled the classic feel I once had for this movie. Very disappointing.

Latonya McCAIN March 8, 2014

Awesome This movies is so awesome youth is something we all should cherish because when we get old you long for it the days of being young again this is what this movie teaches

Bret J. March 7, 2014

A free Classic?! I watched this so many times as a kid. Still love it as an adult. Thanks Google!

James Kelso March 7, 2014

Free I haven't even watched it yet but it was free. Google is true to their customers. This is why I will always be an android fan. Thanks for the movie #teamandroid

Jesus Pena March 7, 2014

Nice! I seen the movie years ago. If you can't get movie free. Buy card gift than you get free movie. Bec I got card gift google from shop. Like about just $10. U need go the store. Good luck.

Matthew Karoub March 8, 2014

Sweet! Google Rocks! To the credit card complainers - go download Play Rewards for free, and gain free play credit for simple surveys. This is a workaround for the credit card stuff. Play Rewards is made by Google. If you have a problem with privacy, then I guess it's just tough luck.

Cast and credits

Actors	Tom Hanks, Elizabeth Perkins, Robert Loggia, John Heard
Director	Penny Marshall

Additional information

Rotten tomatoes® score

97%

Audio language

English (Stereo, 5.1 Surround)

Subtitles

English (United States)

Rental period

Start within 30 days, finish within 48 hours.

Info cards

Enabled

Run time

104 minutes

Rating

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