That Thing You Do! 1996
“The Fab Four without the Mop Tops”
What is That Thing You Do!?
That Thing You Do! is a film first released in 1996.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1996
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 108 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 4, 1996
- Studios
- Clinica Estetico, Clavius Base, 20th Century Fox
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama, Music
- Updated
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Overview
That Thing You Do! is a film first released in 1996. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama, Music. Produced and broadcast by Clinica Estetico, Clavius Base, 20th Century Fox. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A scrappy Pennsylvania band rockets to 1964 fame, then struggles with sudden stardom.”
- Catchy 1960s-inspired soundtrack
- Blend of comedy and drama about fame
- Cast trained extensively for authentic performances
- Rated PG, so some mature themes are only lightly touched
Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted stories about music groups navigating sudden fame.
The film balances humor with earnest drama, making it suitable for general audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the basic premise of the film?
It follows a Pennsylvania band that scores a hit in 1964 and rides the star‑making machinery while fame tests their maturity.
When was the movie released?
It premiered in the United States on October 4, 1996.
What is the film’s rating?
The movie is rated PG.
Which genres does the film combine?
It mixes comedy, drama, and music elements.
Did the actors perform the music themselves?
Yes, the cast practiced for weeks to deliver convincing musical performances, blurring the line between reality and fiction.
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