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Parenthood(1989)

2h 4mComedy, DramaEnglish
6.7/10
721 user ratings

It could happen to you.

Overview

The story of the Buckman family and friends, attempting to bring up their children. They suffer/enjoy all the events that occur: estranged relatives, the 'black sheep' of the family, the eccentrics, the skeletons in the closet, and the rebellious teenagers.

Director

Ron Howard

Studio

Universal Pictures

Budget

$20M

Revenue

$126M

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Cast

Steve Martin

Steve Martin

as Gil Buckman

Mary Steenburgen

Mary Steenburgen

as Karen Buckman

Dianne Wiest

Dianne Wiest

as Helen Buckman Lampkin Bowman

Jason Robards

Jason Robards

as Frank Buckman

Rick Moranis

Rick Moranis

as Nathan Huffner

Tom Hulce

Tom Hulce

as Larry Buckman

Martha Plimpton

Martha Plimpton

as Julie Buckman-Lampkin Higgins

Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves

as Tod Higgins

Harley Jane Kozak

Harley Jane Kozak

as Susan Buckman

Joaquin Phoenix

Joaquin Phoenix

as Garry Buckman-Lampkin

Dennis Dugan

Dennis Dugan

as David Brodsky

Eileen Ryan

Eileen Ryan

as Marilyn Buckman

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Movie Facts

Release Year

1989

Runtime

2h 4m

Language

English

Rating

6.7 / 10

Budget

$20M

Box Office

$126M

Production Companies

Universal Pictures • Imagine Entertainment

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Parenthood?

Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Parenthood (1989).

What is Parenthood about?

The story of the Buckman family and friends, attempting to bring up their children. They suffer/enjoy all the events that occur: estranged relatives, the 'black sheep' of the family, the eccentrics, the skeletons in the closet, and the rebellious teenagers.

Who directed Parenthood?

Parenthood was directed by Ron Howard and released in 1989. It is a comedy, drama film.

How long is Parenthood?

Parenthood has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).

Who stars in Parenthood?

The cast of Parenthood includes Steve Martin as Gil Buckman, Mary Steenburgen as Karen Buckman, Dianne Wiest as Helen Buckman Lampkin Bowman, Jason Robards as Frank Buckman, Rick Moranis as Nathan Huffner and more.

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