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The Toy 1982

“When Jackie Gleason told his son he could have any present he wanted, he picked the most outrageous gift of all...Richard Pryor.”

★ 5.9/10 PG ComedyFamily Released
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What is The Toy?

The Toy is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Comedy, Family.

Type
Film
Year
1982
Status
Released
Runtime
102 minutes
Release date
Dec 10, 1982
Studios
Delphi Films, Columbia Pictures, Rastar Productions
Genres
Comedy, Family
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Streaming Intelligence

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80 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.4/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.3/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy #Family

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Overview

The Toy is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Comedy, Family. Produced and broadcast by Delphi Films, Columbia Pictures, Rastar Productions. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A wealthy dad lets his son pick any gift, and the boy chooses a department-store janitor.”

Reasons to watch
  • Outlandish premise that sparks laughs
  • Warm friendship develops between the boy and the janitor
  • Strong performances by Jackie Gleason and Scott Schwartz
Keep in mind
  • Some humor feels dated
  • Plot is straightforward and simple

Watch it if you enjoy light family comedies about unlikely friendships.

Its PG rating and family-friendly comedy make it suitable for most viewers, though a few jokes reflect its early‑80s era.

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Who plays the boy?

The boy Eric is played by Scott Schwartz.

What is the basic premise?

A rich man lets his son choose any gift from a department store, and the son selects a janitor.

What rating does the film have?

The film is rated PG.

When was the film released?

It was released in the United States on December 10, 1982.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is 1 hour 42 minutes.

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