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Parenthood

Seen it?

1989 | 124 min | Comedy, Drama

Friday Night Flick

Why it’s a Friday Night Flick

Critics loved it (91% on Rotten Tomatoes), audiences rate it highly (6.7 out of 10), it drew serious awards attention and it made about 6 times its budget. Make plans for this one.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Captain Fantastic, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Funny with heart.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 4 min.
What might put you off
Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.

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.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    91% on Rotten Tomatoes, 82 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesStrong

    6.7 out of 10

  • AwardsStrong

    Nominated for 2 Oscars and 3 Golden Globes.

  • Box office & staying powerStrong

    $126 million worldwide on a $20 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactStrong

    About 302K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Ron Howard

  • Steve MartinGil Buckman
  • Mary SteenburgenKaren Buckman
  • Dianne WiestHelen Buckman Lampkin Bowman
  • Jason RobardsFrank Buckman
  • Rick MoranisNathan Huffner
  • Tom HulceLarry Buckman
  • Martha PlimptonJulie Buckman-Lampkin Higgins
  • Keanu ReevesTod Higgins
  • Harley Jane KozakSusan Buckman
  • Joaquin PhoenixGarry Buckman-Lampkin