The Man Who Knew Too Much

A little knowledge can be a deadly thing!

1956 • 121 min • Thriller · Mystery · Drama

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Synopsis

An American doctor and his wife, a former singing star, witness a murder while vacationing in Morocco, and are drawn into a twisting plot of international intrigue when their young son is kidnapped.

Our family guide

Best from age 10

Movie Knight Score

1586 reviews

74 Audience · 1586 · 100%

An American family's vacation in Morocco turns terrifying when they witness a murder and their young son is kidnapped. They are thrust into a world of international espionage as they race against time to save him, uncovering a complex assassination plot along the way.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 2/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 4/10

Heads up

A child is kidnapped and put in peril
Some suspenseful chases and mild violence

What it models well

Parental love and sacrifice
Resourcefulness under pressure
Courage in the face of danger

Talk about it after

The complexities of international politics
How fear can lead to desperate actions
The importance of family bonds

Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for The Man Who Knew Too Much. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.