Big and Hairy (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1998, Big and Hairy is a family and tv movie film directed by Philip Spink, running about 94 minutes. “One Boy. One Sasquatch. One Big Friendship.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A boy moves into a new town and has difficulty making friends, so he joins the basketball team. Initially experiencing little success, his popularity increases when he convinces a Sasquatch to join the team.
Who’s in it. Big and Hairy stars Richard Thomas as Victor Dewlap, Fred Keating as Rockweed Coach, Chilton Crane as Elizabeth Dewlap and Donnelly Rhodes as Ludlow Bumstock.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Big and Hairy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Cineverse. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Big and Hairy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Big and Hairy tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Big and Hairy (1998)?
- In US, Big and Hairy is available to stream on Cineverse. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Big and Hairy worth watching?
- Big and Hairy holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Big and Hairy?
- Big and Hairy stars Richard Thomas, Fred Keating, Chilton Crane and Donnelly Rhodes.
- When was Big and Hairy released?
- Big and Hairy was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.