Trouble
Trouble

Movie spotlight

Trouble

1978
Movie
97 min
Russian

A weak but kind man is gradually drawn into drunkenness, losing his job and family only to eventually commit a crime.

Insights

IMDb5.9/10
Director: Vincent McEveetyGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A mild-mannered accountant, in an attempt to impress his boss and win the affection of his daughter, decides to pose as a retired football star. His charade is further complicated when his former teammates begin to show up, believing he's still capable of playing.

Critical Reception

Trouble, a Disney production, was aimed at family audiences and received a generally lighthearted, though largely unmemorable, reception. While Don Knotts's comedic performance was often cited as a highlight, critics found the plot predictable and the humor somewhat dated, even for its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Don Knotts delivers his usual reliable comedic performance.

  • The premise is whimsical but lacks significant depth or originality.

  • A light, family-friendly film that doesn't quite achieve memorable status.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Trouble' (1978) is not readily available. However, general sentiment from contemporary reviews suggests it was viewed as a harmless, if unremarkable, family comedy.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the last major theatrical releases for Don Knotts before he shifted his focus primarily to television work.

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