Parenthood (1989) movie poster

Parenthood (1989)

"It could happen to you."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 87% (RT: 92%, MC: 82) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDrama

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Director
Runtime
2h 4m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (709 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
92%
Metacritic
82
Cast
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
Martha Plimpton as Julie Buckman-Lampkin Higgins
Keanu Reeves as Tod Higgins
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 709 votes. Critics gave it 87%.
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Parenthood was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Parenthood is a 1989 comedy, drama film directed by Ron Howard. 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.

The film has been rated by 709 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Parenthood delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Parenthood (1989) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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