Housekeeping
“The story of a woman slightly distracted by the possibilities of life.”
In the Pacific Northwest during the 1950s, two young sisters whose mother has abandoned them wind up living with their Aunt Sylvie, whose views of the world and its conventions don't quite live up to most people's expectations.
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Where is Housekeeping streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, 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 |
About Housekeeping
Housekeeping is a 1987 English-language comedy and drama film directed by Bill Forsyth. The cast is led by Christine Lahti, Sara Walker, Andrea Burchill. It has a runtime of 1h 56m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Tubi TV.
Housekeeping was produced by Columbia Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on November 25, 1987, and carries a PG certification. At the box office it grossed around $1 million worldwide.
- Director
- Bill Forsyth
- Writers
- Bill Forsyth
- Release date
- November 25, 1987
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $1 million
- Production
- Columbia Pictures
Housekeeping cast & crew
Housekeeping was directed by Bill Forsyth and written by Bill Forsyth.
The cast features Christine Lahti as Sylvie Fisher, Sara Walker as Ruth, Andrea Burchill as Lucille, Anne Pitoniak as Aunt Lily, Barbara Reese as Aunt Nona, and Margot Pinvidic as Helen.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Michael Gibbs, cinematography is by Michael Coulter, and it was produced by Robert F. Colesberry.
Is Housekeeping worth watching?
Housekeeping holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 53 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 56m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy comedy and drama, Housekeeping is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Housekeeping
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Cast of Housekeeping
Christine Lahti
Sylvie Fisher
Sara Walker
Ruth
Andrea Burchill
Lucille
Anne Pitoniak
Aunt Lily
Barbara Reese
Aunt Nona
Margot Pinvidic
Helen
Bill Smillie
Sheriff
Wayne Robson
Principal
Betty Phillips
Mrs. Jardine
Karen Elizabeth Austin
Mrs. Paterson
Dolores Drake
Mrs. Walker
Georgie Collins
Grandmother
Housekeeping — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Housekeeping in United States?
Housekeeping is streaming on Tubi TV in United States.
▸Is Housekeeping on Tubi TV?
Yes — Housekeeping is currently available on Tubi TV in United States.
▸What language is Housekeeping in?
Housekeeping is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Housekeeping?
Housekeeping runs 1 hours 56 minutes (116 minutes).
▸What is Housekeeping rated?
Housekeeping is rated PG. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 53 ratings.
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