The Money Pit

Synopsis

The Money Pit is a 1986 comedy film featuring Tom Hanks and Shelley Long as a couple who purchase a seemingly charming fixer-upper home which turns out to be a never-ending nightmare of renovation disasters. As they attempt to make the house liveable, a series of comical and over-the-top events unfold, pushing their patience and relationship to the limits. The film captures the frustration and humor of dealing with home improvement gone wrong, leading to unexpected twists and turns along the way. With a blend of slapstick comedy and heartfelt moments, The Money Pit offers a light-hearted yet relatable take on the challenges of homeownership and relationships.

Cast

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  Tom Hanks

  Walter Fielding, Jr.

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  Shelley Long

  Anna Crowley

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  Alexander Godunov

  Max Beissart

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  Maureen Stapleton

  Estelle

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  Joe Mantegna

  Art Shirk

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  Philip Bosco

  Curly

Reviews

The Money Pit received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. While some praised the comedic performances of Tom Hanks and Shelley Long, others found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the humor too reliant on slapstick gags. Rotten Tomatoes gives the film a rating of 50%, with the consensus stating, "The Money Pit is held up by Tom Hanks' and Shelley Long's chemistry, but its charms are often overshadowed by a thin script and excessive farce." IMDb rates the movie 6.4/10, with some users appreciating its nostalgic appeal and others feeling it falls short in originality. Metacritic gives The Money Pit a score of 49/100, indicating generally mixed or average reviews from critics.