My Giant

My Giant(1998)

"A comedy of incredible proportions."

5.3/10
99 votes
103 minApril 10, 1998

Overview

Sammy, an agitated agent lost in the forest of the modern world, happens upon a gentle giant with a tall talent for friendship named Max.

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