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Strike it Rich!

1987TV ShowReturning Series2 SeasonsEnglish

The shareholders of a news agency have their changed lives forever when they receive a huge financial windfall from their dividends.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: James OrrGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck inventor struggles to make ends meet while trying to get his latest gadget to market. He's constantly plagued by bad luck and shady characters who want to steal his invention, but he finds an unlikely ally in a young, optimistic apprentice. Together, they navigate the cutthroat world of invention and try to strike it rich.

Critical Reception

Strike It Rich! received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uneven tone. While some acknowledged the earnestness of the performances, the film was largely dismissed as a forgettable entry in the underdog comedy genre. Audience reception was also lukewarm, failing to find a significant following.

What Reviewers Say

  • Predictable and uninspired comedic plot.
  • Uneven tone struggles to balance drama and humor.
  • Earnest performances, but not enough to salvage the film.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Strike It Rich! are scarce, but available feedback suggests a lack of strong engagement. Viewers who did watch it often found it to be a passable but unremarkable comedy with a story that failed to leave a lasting impression.

Fun Fact

The film was based on a true story, though heavily fictionalized for the screen.

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