Help!
Help!

Help!

1965Movie92 minEnglish

An obscure Eastern cult that practices human sacrifice pursues Ringo after he unknowingly puts on a ceremonial ring (that, of course, won't come off). On top of that, a pair of mad scientists, members of Scotland Yard, and a beautiful but dead-eyed assassin all have their own plans for the Fab Four.

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Google Users84%
Director: Richard LesterGenres: Comedy, Musical, Adventure

Plot Summary

Ringo Starr becomes the target of a sinister cult when a mysterious ring is accidentally sent to him. The cult needs the ring for a ritual sacrifice to the goddess Kaili, and Ringo, along with his bandmates John, Paul, and George, must evade their pursuers. Their efforts are further complicated by a bumbling interior decorator and an inept scientist, leading to a series of increasingly absurd and chaotic adventures across exotic locales.

Critical Reception

Help! was a commercial success and generally well-received by critics, who appreciated its colorful visual style and the Beatles' comedic chemistry. While not as universally acclaimed as A Hard Day's Night, it is considered a fun and energetic follow-up that further cemented the band's cinematic appeal.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant, psychedelic visuals and energetic pace.
  • The Beatles' individual comedic talents shine through their camaraderie.
  • Considered a delightful, albeit less substantial, follow-up to A Hard Day's Night.

Google audience: Audiences found "Help!" to be a thoroughly entertaining and fun movie, highlighting the humor and the unique visual style. Many enjoyed the lighthearted adventure and the chemistry between the Beatles.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Score Written for a Motion Picture at the Golden Globe Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's psychedelic visuals and surreal humor heavily influenced the emerging counter-culture movement and later music videos.

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Ringo Starr and Leo McKern steal their scenes in this entertaining vehicle for the Beatles. The former is sent a magic ring that won’t come off, which is unfortunate because the latter (“Clang”) has decided that the wearer of this jewel is ...