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Tootsie
1982
Romance, Comedy
1h 56m
An unemployed actor with a reputation for being difficult disguises himself as a woman to get a role in a soap opera. (imdb)
Directed by:
Sydney PollackTootsie
1982
Romance, Comedy
1h 56m
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Rated 26 Apr 2015
79
75th
I don't understand why people applaud Dustin Hoffman's performance so much. He's good the little bit that he's actually in it, but Bea Arthur as Tootsie is phenomenal!
Rated 26 Apr 2015
Rated 24 Mar 2009
8
82nd
It's hard to believe something like this could happen and it shouldn't be this good - but it is. Hoffman gives one of his best performances and most movies can only dream of a supporting cast this good
Rated 24 Mar 2009
Rated 30 Apr 2008
34
13th
I really despise this entire comic premise. I can forgive the fact that in superhero movies, perfectly intelligent people don't recognize their own friends and lovers in costume; I might be able to forgive comedies that do the same thing with cross-dressing except that they're usually completely unfunny. Arrested Development nailed it by having everyone know the entire time, and be disturbed.
Rated 30 Apr 2008
Rated 05 May 2007
80
77th
Dustin Hoffman is terrific in this well written , pitch-perfect solid comedy.
Rated 05 May 2007
Rated 30 Jan 2016
100
90th
I can't believe that: 1. this got made 2. it's this good 3. I haven't seen it before now. What a cast for this type of comedy. Completely charming, fun, good. Just a great time.
Rated 30 Jan 2016
Rated 24 Sep 2010
68
70th
Cross-dressing comedy predates cinema itself, but before Tootsie it wasn't done much (Some Like It Hot comes to mind and a few silent era shorts and WB cartoons). After Tootsie it was done to death, but never as elegantly, and never with a cast like this. Surely one of Hoffman's most impressive roles.
Rated 24 Sep 2010
Rated 29 Jun 2009
4
81st
Funny/Creepy.
Rated 29 Jun 2009
Rated 14 Aug 2007
93
96th
One of the most perfect comedies ever made with an amazing performance by Dustin Hoffman, who is truly believable as Dorothy Michaels. A wonderfully funny script.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 10 May 2019
60
35th
It's hard to overlook the politics of this film -- the only thing to lead women is a strong man dressed like a woman.
Rated 10 May 2019
Rated 09 Apr 2018
88
83rd
There's a reason this is a favorite study for screenwriting classes. It carries more baggage now than it did then, but still does so fabulously.
Rated 09 Apr 2018
Rated 08 Apr 2012
90
92nd
What a nutty hospital.
Rated 08 Apr 2012
Rated 20 Sep 2010
71
84th
Definitely 80's with an atrocious soundtrack actually costing it some points, but pretty groundbreaking and handles the material with some tact (non constant genetilia malfunctions etc.). Hoffman is excellent, Murray is hilarious (although not used enough) and Lange is strangely sexy.
Rated 20 Sep 2010
Rated 09 Mar 2010
100
91st
It had been a long time since we had such an uproarious comedy and such a wonderful, poignant drama. Hoffman's portrayal is no in-drag impersonation but a subtle, well-conceived comedy coup. Gelbart, Schisgal, and an uncredited Elaine May have penned a yarn that is tasteful, insightful, and hilarious.
Rated 09 Mar 2010
Rated 28 Mar 2024
92
69th
I feel like it’s deserving of its legacy and reputation. It’s miracle it was greenlit and an even bigger miracle that it’s actually a great movie. Nothing felt done in poor taste or felt misogynistic. It’s a surprisingly compelling, clever movie, with some truly outstanding work from Hoffman and a really solid supporting cast. It’s not a laugh-a-minute movie, but there are enough laughs, and the satire is quite humorous. Some pacing issues and a dated score aside, this is a great time.
Rated 28 Mar 2024
Rated 28 Jan 2007
70
63rd
Dustin Hoffman in drag! What's not to love?
Rated 28 Jan 2007
Rated 15 Mar 2024
70
42nd
The film is totally obsessed with his pretty creepy obsession with Jessica Lange. It's not even that I think you couldn't have had this angle in the movie, but as it actually plays out, boy gets girl without ever really having to reckon with how terrible some of his choices were. I really wanted to know how Geena Davis felt about him having been a man all along.
Rated 15 Mar 2024
Rated 04 Mar 2024
51
48th
Even Bill Murray is bland in this. It's okay enough, but too long, the music is too cheesy and nothing is learned.
Rated 04 Mar 2024
Rated 09 Oct 2023
62
18th
I didn't find this to be particularly funny, amusing, clever, entertaining, satirical, artistic, or edifying. It really just is and doesn't do much with that. Feels like I'm watching an episode of some sit-com extended to two hours.
Rated 09 Oct 2023
Rated 07 Jun 2022
83
88th
Totally forgot I had already seen this until I was 20 min in, but it was pretty good so I watched it again. Unfortunately it really doesn't "hold up" when it comes to its gender commentary.
Rated 07 Jun 2022
Rated 01 May 2021
68
41st
The premise of Tootsie has aged horribly. "Women need to be strong to stand up to men! Let's get a man, dress him up as woman, and show them how to do it!" That being said, there are several very funny moments and this supporting cast is legendary. How Lange won an Oscar over Garr is a tragedy.
Rated 01 May 2021
Rated 28 Apr 2021
7
69th
better made, sharper, and considerably less cringey than I was expecting.
Rated 28 Apr 2021
Rated 14 Mar 2021
76
57th
The script has some dated moments and some other interesting and entertaining ones. The cast does a really good job here with their roles. Overall I would recommend this film.
Rated 14 Mar 2021
Rated 19 Feb 2021
80
78th
Holyshitcast+Langsuchabeautebabe+strugglingactor/teaches-getsgfpart-stickinupforwomenetcchanginglines+lmaotriestokiss+dadpropose:P+costartrynarape+areyougay?noidonttakethisfromfriends!onlylovers!+live-bigspeech-revealsmanlmao+imissdorothylool/loanmethatlittleyellowoutfit?
Rated 19 Feb 2021
Rated 11 Jul 2020
8
74th
It's not as relevant today but for it's time, it was a funny and groundbreaking, well acted movie. It makes good use of it's great cast, and has a good script.
Rated 11 Jul 2020
Rated 04 Jun 2020
87
28th
I love movies that capture my interest in the opening salvo. This didn't. I waited for more minutes. Still it failed. I simply kept on watching because I heard some good reviews of it. Else, I could have flipped over and snored. The movie only came to life when the man became the woman Tootsie. But much time was already lost. Nonetheless, the rest of the film redeems itself. MY SCORING: 99-96=Great; 95-90=Very good; 89-85=Good; 84-80=So-so; 79-70=Boring; Below 70=Forget it
Rated 04 Jun 2020
Rated 16 May 2020
87
65th
A-
Rated 16 May 2020
Rated 14 Apr 2020
92
85th
I went into this movie having no idea what it was about, and found myself being thoroughly surprised. All I knew was that Jessica Lange won an Academy for it, and I love Jessica Lange, so I watched it. This is probably my favorite work by Hoffman. He's perfect in everything he does in this movie. I had no idea Bill Murray was in it, and he was hilarious. Jessica Lange was really good, of course.. There's not really anything too bad to say about this movie. I would definitely recommend it!
Rated 14 Apr 2020
Rated 29 Mar 2020
85
76th
The premise of this film really works and its bolstered by some great performances. Hoffman is outstanding, and Murray does a fantastic job in a rather underrated role. Nothing laugh out loud funny, but they do a good job of balancing the Comedy and Drama. The one complaint I have is that as good as a lot of the elements are it ends up being a tad dated. Most notably the score flat out sucks (and that's coming from someone who generally likes cheesy 80's music).
Rated 29 Mar 2020
Rated 29 Feb 2020
100
94th
Watched this again recently. It's pretty much perfect.
Rated 29 Feb 2020
Rated 06 Jun 2019
74
43rd
A pretty good comedy, which was probably ahead of its time when it came out, but can't help but feel a little dated now (especially when it comes to the terrible soundtrack). Still, definitely worth a watch.
Rated 06 Jun 2019
Rated 20 Dec 2018
74
71st
Funny and surprisingly ahead of its time, in every aspect except the truly terrible score.
Rated 20 Dec 2018
Rated 24 Nov 2018
75
61st
Is better than it has any right to be, but that’s to the cast’s credit for putting down some amazing performances to pull this out from the average 80s comedy cauldron.
Rated 24 Nov 2018
Rated 22 Nov 2018
6
43rd
An iconic film, that feels a little dated but sheds a light on the mores of the time.
Rated 22 Nov 2018
Rated 29 Sep 2018
80
78th
I'd been skipping this one for years -- who wants to see a guy in drag for two hours? But I was missing out on a classy satire filled with humor. Sure, if you start picking at it, it's easy to criticize, but if you go along with the basic concept of a guy learning more about himself and societal constructs, it's a great ride. (How "she" avoided using the wrong restroom, I guess I'll never know.)
Rated 29 Sep 2018
Rated 22 Mar 2018
87
82nd
There's real humor here in addition to the cringing kind. I also appreciate the serious but funny discussion of gender issues.
Rated 22 Mar 2018
Rated 19 Feb 2017
80
74th
Enjoyable film with a strong premise and good performances. Hoffman kills it as the unflappable dame-with-a-backbone Dorothy Michaels. The film's best scenes are its most unpredictable, when he is acting in the soap opera. The rest of the material, e.g. falling for a girl and rushing around trying to live a double life, are a bit more average. I don't think the film had as much heart as, say, Mrs Doubtfire. But it had a strong, simple message, and entertained well enough. Memorable, not classic.
Rated 19 Feb 2017
Rated 21 Aug 2016
65
48th
cılkı çıkarılmamış olsa dahi bence çekici olmayan bir fikir filmin etrafında döndüğü. fakat ilklerden olması ve pollack gibi faktörlerle daha farklı bir noktada yürüse de asıl filmi keyifli kılan, sevdiren ve kendisine her zamanki gibi tekrar tekrar hayran bıraktıran dustin hoffman. sektöre dair söylenenler, kadın politikalarına dair alt metin ve hoffman'a alttan atıflarla beraber güldürdüğü anlar daha değerleniyor.
Rated 21 Aug 2016
Rated 17 Jul 2016
85
71st
Dustin Hoffman brings not only humor, but heart to this hilarious comedy, bolstered by a stellar supporting cast, and only held back by it's truly terrible soundtrack.
Rated 17 Jul 2016
Rated 23 May 2016
7
26th
Dragged a bit at times but focused more the relationships of a man in drag rather than the sexual aspects.
Rated 23 May 2016
Rated 26 Jan 2016
90
91st
A clever, poignant and hilarious film. Pollack once said that a film should "be two sides to a good argument", and this certainly feels like one.
Rated 26 Jan 2016
Rated 24 Jul 2015
90
85th
"I'm just afraid that you're going to burn in hell for this."
Rated 24 Jul 2015
Rated 26 May 2015
83
70th
Sydney Pollack revindicates the femenine figure in the society, and shows how many stardarts and rules the women have to follow to cope with the society.
Weak end.
Rated 26 May 2015
Rated 16 May 2015
80
77th
Very funny, Hoffman is terrific. The music is very 80s and cheesy.
Rated 16 May 2015
Rated 09 May 2015
91
87th
Shows edge and wit in a kind and understanding way. For credibility you have to accept 1980's looks and fashion, but with good acting and some interesting characterisation like this, it's worth it for comedy lovers.
Rated 09 May 2015
Rated 15 Jan 2015
62
33rd
I like the actors the story and so on, but the movie is so slow that I almost fall in sleep.
Rated 15 Jan 2015
Rated 29 Dec 2014
7
57th
Tootsie stands out as one of the most notably 80's vibed films of the decade. I can imagine that Tootsie was probably considered to be bold and tactful at the time, but sadly the formulae has been emulated many times since. And the array of rehashes that have followed sadly tarnish and outdate this film. Bill Murray is great in a supporting role and he was underused. But I absolutely adore the warmth & genius that is Dustin Hoffman here. And his monologue at the end is simply incredible acting.
Rated 29 Dec 2014
Rated 03 Dec 2014
75
60th
With a than already and now even more unoriginal premise, I was pleasantly surprised about how funny, warm and relevant this comedy, that's both about acting and women empowerment, still was. It's one of those comedies that is funny, cause it always plays it plot straight and realistic and not for laughs.
Rated 03 Dec 2014
Rated 04 Nov 2014
80
88th
I really like how this movie worked because it has quite good performances and characters, it's funny but not over the top, has a very charming love story and nice arch. It's a must watch and has aged well.
Rated 04 Nov 2014
Rated 28 May 2014
60
63rd
Critically acclaimed and a commercial success when released, this movie hasn't aged well as its topic has lost its controversial edginess. It's still heartfelt and has its funny moments.
Rated 28 May 2014
Rated 07 Oct 2013
37
43rd
was ok
Rated 07 Oct 2013
Rated 18 Jul 2013
55
32nd
Mediocre writing and a cliche story in which the ending seems entirely too easy and cleans up too well. Typical 80s comedy for the most part: Not funny, tired idea, bad plot. Bill Murray doesn't really fit into the story and seems to be shoehorned into it because he's Bill Murray. Nonetheless, he's possibly the only funny character.
Rated 18 Jul 2013
Rated 20 Apr 2013
40
8th
Some Like It Hot'ın kötü bir kopyası. issizlik yüzünden kadin kiligina giren bir aktörün kadin kiliginda sette calisan bir kadindan hoslanmasini bu arada kendisinden hoslanan adamlarinin cikmasini ve Doraty'nin (Michael) rolünü fazlaca ciddiye almasini konu edinmis. (issizlik, kadin kiliginda adam (bazilari sicak sever, plajda, sabaniye, capkin kizlar, mrs doubtfire), Oldukca SIKICI
Rated 20 Apr 2013
Rated 24 Feb 2013
68
55th
This finds a nice place as the second best cross-dressing rom-com. Although there aren't that many laughs when Bill Murray isn't on screen, it has a lot of heart and the romance/drama is done better than most rom-coms and a million times better than you'd expect in a cross-dressing comedy.
Rated 24 Feb 2013
Rated 02 Jan 2013
80
62nd
Yes, the concept had been done to death before (and after) this film. But that didn't prevent me from laughing throughout and being thoroughly entertained. The premise itself isn't what's funny, what's funny is Hoffman's performance and the witty dialog.
Rated 02 Jan 2013
Rated 30 Sep 2012
80
46th
Far better than it has any right to be.
Rated 30 Sep 2012
Rated 04 Jul 2012
85
87th
If Some Like it Hot is the perfect cross-dressing movie then Tootsie is a close second. Hoffman is great as usual, Murray is funny as usual, and Pollack directs a wonderful little romantic comedy that has a distinct feminist message.
Rated 04 Jul 2012
Rated 16 Jan 2012
60
43rd
I don't think I would've bothered with this film if it wasn't for Dustin Hoffman. And he was great. I've seen this sort of thing in Some Like It Hot (1959) and again in Mrs. Doubtfire (1993). So, the whole "it's funny because he's actually a man" thing was tired and didn't work for me. It's not a terrible film at all, just nothing special.
Rated 16 Jan 2012
Rated 16 Jan 2012
40
19th
Guys, I just saw the most amazing parody of an 80s movie.
Rated 16 Jan 2012
Rated 30 Nov 2011
82
64th
#365
Rated 30 Nov 2011
Rated 01 Aug 2011
50
18th
A couple of funny scenes, basically any with Bill Murray, but it's not a memorable film. Only worth watching because, going by Oscar nominations and the AFI list, it's the most overrated comedy of all time.
Rated 01 Aug 2011
Rated 02 Jul 2011
100
99th
Wonderful, classic comedy which manages to pack so many throw-away gags into its marvellous, quite touching romance that multiple viewings are mandatory (Murray contributes best in this regard "was he that good a singer?"). Hoffman is aces as both Michael and Dorothy, and the cast is peppered with brilliant comic performances; Garr's insecure loon and Gaynes' soap opera hack two of the many standouts. Perceptive script and snappy direction helps make this one of the great comedies of all time.
Rated 02 Jul 2011
Rated 23 Jun 2011
77
62nd
while not the first cross dressing movie, this one isn't that bad. i was kind of annoyed by the hoff when he was in character. the problem with this movie is that there's nothing particularly memorable about it, it's not un-enjoyable, there was just nothing about it that makes it stand out too terribly much. i prefer "some like it hot" any day.
Rated 23 Jun 2011
Rated 01 May 2011
75
77th
Everything 'Mrs Doubtfire' wanted to be
Rated 01 May 2011
Rated 20 Feb 2011
80
47th
A great actor who can only get work as a woman. Fun.
Rated 20 Feb 2011
Rated 14 Feb 2011
80
75th
The title doesn't really make a lot of sense (Hoffman's character is called that maybe once). Awful AWFUL music. But it's got a very funny script, Hoffman's dual performance is amazing, and Bill Murray is awesome as usual. "You..SLUT!"
Rated 14 Feb 2011
Rated 21 Nov 2010
87
90th
Still one of the best comedies ever. Dustin Hoffman at his finest.
Rated 21 Nov 2010
Rated 19 Sep 2010
70
57th
A clever, often hilarious, cross-dressing comedy including some scenes and lines of pure comedic gold mostly thanks to Dustin Hoffman's terrific performance -especially as a woman (seriously, he should do this more often)- and a witty, inventive script. The film is nothing special overall, and you can see the ending coming since the very beginning, but if you want to have some light fun, without your intelligence being insulted, this is the film for you.
Rated 19 Sep 2010
Rated 11 Sep 2010
75
74th
Good heart, well-acted.
Rated 11 Sep 2010
Rated 07 Sep 2010
80
88th
"Tootsie", although a bit naive and conventional, is an extremely funny movie that has inspired many and has been imitated by many. Great performance by Dustin Hoffman.
Rated 07 Sep 2010
Rated 13 Jan 2010
83
66th
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Rated 13 Jan 2010
Rated 22 Dec 2009
82
52nd
A well-crafted comedy, with a little sweetness and some wisdom too.
Rated 22 Dec 2009
Rated 22 Oct 2009
80
81st
Great script, great acting and great humour, however still not as brilliant as "Victor/Victoria" from the same year.
Rated 22 Oct 2009
Rated 08 Oct 2009
60
40th
Hoffman was increadible. If they didn't tell us it was Hoffman, i guess i wouldn't understand. He was absolutly great. The movie was quite ok too. Had fun.
Rated 08 Oct 2009
Rated 01 Aug 2009
81
86th
One of the best comedy movies of the 80's. Hoffman is brilliant, but the support cast are excellent too. There is also a superb script and some expertly judged comedy set pieces to admire as well.
Rated 01 Aug 2009
Rated 29 Jul 2009
90
89th
Probably Dustin Hoffman's finest performance, and that's obviously saying a lot. Fantastic comedy.
Rated 29 Jul 2009
Rated 08 Jun 2009
73
72nd
Dustin Hoffmann, Sydney Pollack and Bill Murray=fun!
Rated 08 Jun 2009
Rated 16 May 2009
40
54th
Oh god, 80s soundtrack. The music is the lowpoint but everything else is great so it's forgivable (to an extent). Dustin Hoffman shows some prodigious comedic talent here.
Rated 16 May 2009
Rated 20 Apr 2009
60
47th
*low whistle* Boy, is *this* not as good as I remember it being when I was a teenager. Sure, it's still kinda funny, and due kudos to Hoffman for pulling this off... but this is as mainstream as all get out, right down to the Dave Grusin score... to the point where it feels like a sitcom with no laugh track
Rated 20 Apr 2009
Rated 01 Apr 2009
7
79th
Not the most original comedic premise but it rises above that flaw by being very very funny and having one of the greatest comic performances since Peter Sellers in Dr. Strangelove.
Rated 01 Apr 2009
Rated 04 Mar 2009
40
44th
Second best drag movie.
Rated 04 Mar 2009
Rated 19 Dec 2008
78
56th
436
Rated 19 Dec 2008
Rated 06 Oct 2008
51
75th
Selvom den er håbløst forældet, er den ganske morsom -
Rated 06 Oct 2008
Rated 29 Sep 2008
70
61st
Dumb but fun
Rated 29 Sep 2008
Rated 27 Sep 2008
76
52nd
I don't really care for it but Hoffman's performance is quite good!
Rated 27 Sep 2008
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