Harvey ('50)

1950 • 104 minutes

About this movie

James Stewart gives one of his finest performances in this lighthearted film, based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play. Stewart stars as the good-natured Elwood P. Dowd, whose constant companion is Harvey, a six-foot tall rabbit that only he can see. To his sister, Veta Louise, Elwood's obsession with Harvey has been a thorn in the side of her plans to marry off her daughter. But when Veta Louise decides to put Elwood in a mental hospital, a hilarious mix-up occurs and she finds herself committed instead. It's up to Elwood to straighten out the mess with his kindly philosophy, and his "imaginary" friend, in this popular classic that features a Best Supporting Actress Academy Award ® winning performance by Josephine Hull.

Ratings and reviews

An all-time classic. What is there not to like about a harmless, enjoyable film involving a giant, invisible talking rabbit and his human friend, whom everyone else believes to be bonkers? My late Father did not really watch films, but when this was on he'd take the time to watch, which perhaps shows the impact this film can have. So what if it is B&W? So what if it is a film about the characters rather than action? I would rate this as one of the ten most enjoyable feel-good films of all time.

Contender for my favourite movie of all time, and Jimmy Stewart's finest performance. Quirky, comedic, serious, pathos, and a 6 foot invisible rabbit. What's not to love?