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Uncle Buck (1989)

โ€œHe's crude. He's crass. He's family.โ€

6.8/10 ยท 1,414 votes 1h 40m pg ComedyDramaFamily

#37 of 70 films from 1989 #1103 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by John Hughes ยท Written by John Hughes

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Overview

Buck Russell, a lovable but slovenly bachelor, suddenly becomes the temporary caretaker of his nephew and nieces after a family emergency. His freewheeling attitude soon causes tension with his older niece Tia, loyal girlfriend Chanice, and just about everyone else who crosses his path.

Cast

John Candyas Buck Russell
Jean Louisa Kellyas Tia Russell
Gaby Hoffmannas Maizy Russell
Macaulay Culkinas Miles Russell
Amy Madiganas Chanice Kobolowski
Elaine Bromkaas Cindy Russell
Garrett M. Brownas Bob Russell
Laurie Metcalfas Marcie Dahlgren-Frost
Jay Underwoodas Bug
Brian Tarantinaas E. Roger Coswell
Mike Starras Pooter-the-Clown
Suzanne Shepherdas Mrs. Hogarth
William Windomas Mr. Hatfield (voice)
Dennis Cockrumas Pal

Facts

Release dateAugust 16, 1989
Runtime100 min (1h 40m) โ€” about the same as the 1989 average of 103 min
GenresComedy, Drama, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$15,000,000
Box office$79,300,000 (5.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt0098554

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Questions

How long is Uncle Buck?
Uncle Buck runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Is Uncle Buck worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 1,414 votes, which places it #37 of 70 films released in 1989 in this index (top 49%) and #1103 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Uncle Buck?
Uncle Buck was directed by John Hughes. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Breakfast Club (1985), Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986), Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987).
Who stars in Uncle Buck?
John Candy as Buck Russell; Jean Louisa Kelly as Tia Russell; Gaby Hoffmann as Maizy Russell; Macaulay Culkin as Miles Russell; Amy Madigan as Chanice Kobolowski; Elaine Bromka as Cindy Russell.
What is Uncle Buck rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Uncle Buck?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/20783.

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