4.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Happytime Murders (2018)
The Happytime Murders (2018)
Overview
In a world where humans coexist with puppets—who are seen as lesser citizens—cast members of a beloved 1990s children's television series begin getting murdered one by one. Puppet Phil Philips, an ex-LAPD detective-turned-private eye, takes on the case at the request of his old boss in order to assist his former partner, Detective Connie Edwards.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Neutral
Viewer Rating
4.1
Overview
In a world where humans coexist with puppets—who are seen as lesser citizens—cast members of a beloved 1990s children's television series begin getting murdered one by one. Puppet Phil Philips, an ex-LAPD detective-turned-private eye, takes on the case at the request of his old boss in order to assist his former partner, Detective Connie Edwards.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central premise and world-building explicitly depict systemic discrimination and prejudice against puppets as a marginalized minority, aligning with left-leaning concerns about social justice and inequality, even though the narrative's resolution focuses on individual justice rather than systemic change.
The movie features a visibly diverse ensemble cast among its human characters, though it does not engage in explicit race or gender swaps of traditionally white roles. Its narrative primarily focuses on a comedic murder mystery involving puppets and humans, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or making DEI themes central to its plot.
Secondary
The film features a same-sex puppet couple whose relationship is depicted incidentally and without judgment. While a minor gag involves mistaken gay identity, the overall portrayal of LGBTQ+ elements is neither strongly affirming nor problematic, aligning with the movie's broad, irreverent comedic style.
The film "The Happytime Murders" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on a puppet detective solving murders in a world where puppets and humans coexist, without engaging with transgender identity or experiences.
The film features female characters, including Detective Connie Edwards and the antagonist Sandra White, who are involved in action sequences. However, there are no scenes where a female character clearly defeats one or more male opponents in close-quarters physical combat using skill, strength, or martial arts. Victories are typically achieved through firearms or other means not fitting the criteria.
The Happytime Murders is an original film with new characters, not an adaptation or reboot of existing material. Therefore, there are no characters whose gender was established in prior canon to be swapped.
The Happytime Murders is an original film featuring new characters, both human and puppet. There are no pre-existing characters from source material, prior installments, or historical records whose race could have been altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.5
5.8
Critic Ratings
2.3
2.7
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