Drop Dead Fred
“He makes the trouble, she takes the blame.”
An unhappy housewife gets a lift from the return of her imaginary childhood friend, Drop Dead Fred.
Where to watch Drop Dead Fred in United States
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Drop Dead Fred there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Drop Dead Fred streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD |
About Drop Dead Fred
Drop Dead Fred is a 1991 English-language comedy, fantasy and family film directed by Ate de Jong. The cast is led by Phoebe Cates, Rik Mayall, Marsha Mason. It has a runtime of 1h 39m. Viewers rate it 5.8/10 across 400 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Drop Dead Fred was produced by PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Working Title Films, and Channel Four Films and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on April 19, 1991, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $7 million, it went on to gross $14 million worldwide.
- Director
- Ate de Jong
- Writers
- Carlos Davis, Anthony Fingleton, Elizabeth Livingston
- Release date
- April 19, 1991
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Budget
- $7 million
- Box office
- $14 million
- Production
- PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Working Title Films, Channel Four Films
Drop Dead Fred cast & crew
Drop Dead Fred was directed by Ate de Jong and written by Carlos Davis, Anthony Fingleton, and Elizabeth Livingston.
The cast features Phoebe Cates as Elizabeth, Rik Mayall as Drop Dead Fred, Marsha Mason as Polly, Tim Matheson as Charles, Carrie Fisher as Janie, and Keith Charles as Murray.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Randy Edelman, cinematography is by Peter Deming, and it was produced by Tim Bevan and Carlos Davis.
Is Drop Dead Fred worth watching?
Drop Dead Fred holds an audience score of 5.8/10 from 401 ratings, a more divisive comedy films.
At 1h 39m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, fantasy, and family, Drop Dead Fred is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Drop Dead Fred
Drop Dead Fred isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Drop Dead Fred
Phoebe Cates
Elizabeth
Rik Mayall
Drop Dead Fred
Marsha Mason
Polly
Tim Matheson
Charles
Carrie Fisher
Janie
Keith Charles
Murray
Ashley Peldon
Young Elizabeth
Daniel Gerroll
Nigel
Ron Eldard
Mickey Bunce
Eleanor Mondale
Attractive Customer
Bob Reid
Judge Dubben
Peter Thoemke
Arsonist
Drop Dead Fred — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Drop Dead Fred in United States?
Drop Dead Fred is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Drop Dead Fred in?
Drop Dead Fred is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Drop Dead Fred?
Drop Dead Fred runs 1 hours 39 minutes (99 minutes).
▸What is Drop Dead Fred rated?
Drop Dead Fred is rated PG-13. It holds a 5.8/10 audience score from 401 ratings.
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