Larger Than Life 1996

Overview

Larger Than Life is a 1996 American road comedy film directed by Howard Franklin and produced and co-written by Pen Densham. The production stars Bill Murray in the lead role. The story follows Jack Corcoran, a motivational speaker struggling to advance his career. His life takes an unexpected turn when he receives a telegram informing him that his estranged father, a circus clown, has passed away. The inheritance left to him is a large elephant, which was his father's prize animal. Jack initially intends to sell the elephant, leading him on a cross-country journey. During this trek, he must navigate interactions with a loud, rude zookeeper named Mo and an attractive animal show owner named Terry. As they travel, Jack and the animal develop a bond that ultimately alters his perspective on life. The film, which has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes, was released in the United States on November 1, 1996. It was considered both critically and financially unsuccessful upon its release.