---
title: "Little Man"
year: 2006
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/little-man-2006"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 9072
imdb_id: "tt0430304"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 98
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 1932
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Little Man (2006) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/little-man-2006

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "Little Man" is a comedy about two brothers, one of whom is a dwarf. After being released from prison, the dwarf brother joins his sibling in a crime involving a valuable item. The brothers are pursued by the authorities, and the dwarf brother hides the item in a woman's purse. The woman's husband is eager to start a family, and her brother-in-law convinces the dwarf to disguise himself as a baby in order to gain entry into their home. The couple decides to keep the dwarf, who is posing as a baby, and eventually considers adopting him. The situation is complicated by a threat from a crime boss who wants the valuable item back. The film's plot centers around the ensuing chaos and confusion.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A criminal disguises himself as an abandoned infant to retrieve a stolen diamond from a suburban home."

### Why Watch
- high-concept premise
- physical comedy performance

### Caveats & Content Note
- relies on crude humor
- controversial character design
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains crude humor and themes involving criminal activity.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: slapstick, absurdist, crime-comedy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Hulu, Starz Apple TV Channel | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Keenen Ivory Wayans
- **Networks / Studios**: Wayans Bros. Entertainment, Revolution Studios

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Marlon Wayans** as *Calvin*
- **Shawn Wayans** as *Darryl*
- **Kerry Washington** as *Vanessa*
- **John Witherspoon** as *Pops*
- **Tracy Morgan** as *Percy*
- **Lochlyn Munro** as *Greg*
- **Rob Schneider** as *Dinosaur Rex*
- **David Alan Grier** as *Jimmy*
- **Dave Sheridan** as *Rosco*
- **Anthony Harrison** as *Policeman*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the premise of Little Man?
A criminal poses as a baby to recover a stolen diamond hidden inside a woman's purse.

### Q: Who is Calvin Sims?
Calvin Sims is a dwarf criminal who attempts to retrieve a diamond from the Edwards family.

### Q: Why does Calvin disguise himself as a baby?
His brother Percy convinces him to pose as an abandoned infant to gain access to the Edwards' home.

### Q: Who are Darryl and Vanessa Edwards?
They are a couple who find Calvin and decide to take him in for the weekend.

### Q: What is the role of Walken?
Walken is a mobster who threatens Darryl in an attempt to recover the stolen diamond.

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