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Movie Info

Release Date: October 04, 1996
Runtime: 108 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (4)
Genres:
Drama Comedy Romance Music
Budget: $26,000,000
Revenue: $34,585,416
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
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93%
Tomatometer
71
71/100
Metacritic
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6.9/10
TMDB
908 votes
7.0/10
IMDb
78,032 votes
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That Thing You Do!

1996

"Catch the beat, chase your dreams, feel alive."

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: Cette chose que tu fais!? 🇪🇸 ES: Eso que tu Haces? 🇫🇷 FR: Double Détente? 🇷🇴 RO: Acel lucru pe care îl faci! All international titles (4) →

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 1/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 0/5
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Box Office

Budget: $26,000,000
Revenue: $34,585,416
Profit $8,585,416
ROI +33% (1.3x)

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Keywords

#1960s 85 #pennsylvania, usa 16 #pop star 8 #record label 4 #recording studio 3 #battle of the bands 1 #one hit wonder 1

Trivia & Fun Facts about That Thing You Do!

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  • The film was shot primarily in Pennsylvania, with many scenes filmed in the town of Erie, which helped capture the authentic feel of the 1960s music scene.

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  • The song 'That Thing You Do!' was created specifically for the film and became a defining element of its identity, showcasing the catchy pop sound of the era.

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  • Tom Hanks not only starred in the film but also served as the producer, reflecting his interest in nostalgic storytelling and music history.

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  • In one scene, the band performs on a television show, but the show's backdrop changes between shots, indicating a continuity issue with the staged setting.

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  • The film features a cameo by actor Giovanni Ribisi, who appears as a band member, showcasing early work from the actor before he gained widespread recognition.

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  • The use of black-and-white footage in the film's opening credits is a stylistic choice that evokes the era of classic rock and roll documentaries.

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