The Man Who Knew Too Little
1997, English. Directed by Jon Amiel.
He’s on a mission so secret, even he doesn’t know about it.
An American gets a ticket for an audience participation game in London, then gets involved in a case of mistaken identity. As an international plot unravels around him, he thinks it's all part of the act.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 617 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 14 November 1997
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Farrar, Howard Franklin
- Budget
- $20M
- Box office
- $14M
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What The Man Who Knew Too Little is based on
The Man Who Knew Too Little is adapted from a novel.
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The Man Who Knew Too Little: quick answers
Is The Man Who Knew Too Little worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 617 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Man Who Knew Too Little?
The Man Who Knew Too Little runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does The Man Who Knew Too Little have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Man Who Knew Too Little. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Man Who Knew Too Little parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Man Who Knew Too Little is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Man Who Knew Too Little on?
The Man Who Knew Too Little isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Man Who Knew Too Little?
If you liked The Man Who Knew Too Little, try RED 2, How to Rob a Bank, RED.
Who directed The Man Who Knew Too Little?
The Man Who Knew Too Little (1997) was directed by Jon Amiel and stars Bill Murray, Peter Gallagher, Joanne Whalley.
What is The Man Who Knew Too Little based on?
The Man Who Knew Too Little is adapted from a novel.