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Parenthood (1989)

โ€œIt could happen to you.โ€

6.7/10 ยท 753 votes 2h 4m pg-13 ComedyDrama

#43 of 70 films from 1989 #1249 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Ron Howard ยท Written by Ron Howard, Babaloo Mandel, Lowell Ganz

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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.

Cast

Steve Martinas Gil Buckman
Mary Steenburgenas Karen Buckman
Dianne Wiestas Helen Buckman Lampkin Bowman
Jason Robardsas Frank Buckman
Rick Moranisas Nathan Huffner
Tom Hulceas Larry Buckman
Martha Plimptonas Julie Buckman-Lampkin Higgins
Keanu Reevesas Tod Higgins
Harley Jane Kozakas Susan Buckman
Joaquin Phoenixas Garry Buckman-Lampkin
Dennis Duganas David Brodsky
Eileen Ryanas Marilyn Buckman
Helen Shawas Grandma
Jasen Fisheras Kevin Buckman

Facts

Release dateJuly 31, 1989
Runtime124 min (2h 4m) โ€” longer as the 1989 average of 103 min
GenresComedy, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$20,000,000
Box office$126,297,830 (6.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt0098067

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Questions

How long is Parenthood?
Parenthood runs 124 minutes (2h 4m).
Is Parenthood worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 753 votes, which places it #43 of 70 films released in 1989 in this index (top 40%) and #1249 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Parenthood?
Parenthood was directed by Ron Howard. Other well-rated titles by the same director: A Beautiful Mind (2001), Thirteen Lives (2022), Rush (2013).
Who stars in Parenthood?
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; Tom Hulce as Larry Buckman.
What is Parenthood rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Parenthood?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/14672.

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