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I Need That

Todd Haimes Theatre · 1h 45m

Opened Nov 2, 2023 · Closed Dec 30, 2023 · Ran for 1 month

Critics' Take

DeVito charms in this thin, sitcom-style comedy about a hoarder, but critics find Rebeck's play repetitive and dramatically inert. The star's performance earns praise, though the material rarely rises above predictable comfort theater.

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Critic Scorecard

32 reviews
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“By the end of the play’s 90 minutes, there can be no doubt (if there ever was) that Danny DeVito is an American treasure...DeVito plays every scene, every moment he’s given with complete honesty. That is something we need from every actor who steps upon a Broadway (or Off-Broadway stage). Let’s hope DeVito returns soon!”

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Culture SauceNov 2, 2023

“These are throwaway bits of physical comedy, but in the hands of a master like DeVito they are hilarious moments to be treasured, hoarded and not tossed away at any cost.”

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VarietyNov 2, 2023

“‘I Need That’ will prove satisfying for those looking to be entertained by DeVito and his daughter. He brings real joy and laughter, and there’s real value in that.”

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Audience Scorecard

616 audience reviews
B-
Shrugging
Show Score
79%
282 reviews
Mezzanine
3.4/5
241 reviews
Theatr
66%
92 votes
Reddit
88%
1 mentions

Awards Scorecard

2023-24 season
10
Nominated
Drama League:1 nom

Box Office Scorecard

source · Broadway League, public
All Time
$8.1M
Gross
89
Performances
63.9K
Attendance

Frequently Asked Questions

What do critics say about I Need That?

DeVito charms in this thin, sitcom-style comedy about a hoarder, but critics find Rebeck's play repetitive and dramatically inert. The star's performance earns praise, though the material rarely rises above predictable comfort theater. (CriticScore 55/100 from 32 reviews.)

Is I Need That worth seeing?

Only if you're a devoted fan. Critics are mixed on I Need That (55/100 from 32 reviews). Most suggest you could skip it.

What is the CriticScore for I Need That?

I Need That has a CriticScore of 55/100 based on 32 professional reviews. This show is rated "Mixed".

Is I Need That still running on Broadway?

No, I Need That has closed. It played at Todd Haimes Theatre and closed on December 30, 2023.

How long is I Need That?

I Need That has a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes with no intermission.

Theater Scorecard

Great Venue

Completed a major renovation in early 2026 with all seats replaced and legroom expanded, making it one of Broadway's most comfortable and modern houses. New restrooms significantly reduce intermission wait times.

Original Broadway Cast

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Quick Facts

CriticScore
55/100 (32 reviews)
Status
Closed
Opened
Nov 2, 2023
Closed
Dec 30, 2023
Run Length
1 month
Runtime
1h 45m
Intermissions
0
Synopsis
A darkly comic new play about a man buried alive in his stuff and the estranged family members trying to help him.
Data Last Updated
October 7, 2026

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