Review of Harry and the Hendersons (1987) by Carson J — 18 Jun 2007

Loved it growing up ... John Lithgow needs to do more movies.

This review of Harry and the Hendersons (1987) was written by Carson J on 18 Jun 2007.

Harry and the Hendersons has generally received mixed reviews.

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