The story of Elwood P. Dowd who makes friends with a spirit taking the form of a human-sized rabbit named Harvey that only he sees (and a few privileged others on occasion also.) After his sister tries to commit him to a mental institution, a comedy of errors ensues. Elwood and Harvey become the catalysts for a family mending its wounds and for romance blossoming in unexpected places.
Editor's Verdict
"The movie 'Harvey' is a classic fantasy-comedy primarily focused on friendship and sanity, not Christmas. The only noted connection is a general 'Holiday Release,' which is insufficient to qualify under the standard criteria. No elements of setting, plot, themes, iconography, or resolution align with Christmas."
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🎄 Notable Elements
Cast & Crew
James Stewart
Elwood P. Dowd
Josephine Hull
Veta Louise Simmons
Peggy Dow
Miss Kelly
Charles Drake
Dr. Sanderson
Cecil Kellaway
Dr. Chumley
Victoria Horne
Myrtle Mae Simmons
Jesse White
Wilson
William H. Lynn
Judge Gaffney (as William Lynn)
Wallace Ford
The Taxi Driver
Nana Bryant
Mrs. Hazel Chumley
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