It Runs in the Family
“In 'A Christmas Story' Ralphie raised the roof. This Summer, the whole family is bringing down the house.”
It is now summer in the Parker family; and the usual amount of numerous events are happening in their separate lives. Ralphie is searching for the perfect top to use to beat the school bully with, the Old Man is in battle with their hillbilly neighbors, the Bumpus, while eagerly awaiting the discovery of the perfect fishing spot, and the Mother is attempting to collect all of the pieces of a glass china set at a local movie theater.
Where to watch It Runs in the Family in United States
Can I watch It Runs in the Family in United States? It Runs in the Family isn't currently available to stream in United States. Availability changes often — add it to your watchlist and check back.
No streaming info for your region.
Click a service to open It Runs in the Family there. Availability last verified on August 16, 2026.
About It Runs in the Family
It Runs in the Family is a 1994 English-language comedy and family film directed by Bob Clark. The cast is led by Kieran Culkin, Charles Grodin, Mary Steenburgen. It has a runtime of 1h 25m.
It Runs in the Family was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and made in United States of America. It was released on September 23, 1994, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $15 million, it went on to gross $0 million worldwide.
- Director
- Bob Clark
- Writers
- Jean Shepherd, Leigh Brown, Bob Clark
- Release date
- September 23, 1994
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $15 million
- Box office
- $0 million
- Production
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
It Runs in the Family cast & crew
It Runs in the Family was directed by Bob Clark and written by Jean Shepherd, Leigh Brown, and Bob Clark.
The cast features Kieran Culkin as Ralph "Ralphie" Parker, Charles Grodin as Mr. Parker (The Old Man), Mary Steenburgen as Mrs. Parker (Mother), Christian Culkin as Randy Parker, Al Mancini as Zudoc, and Troy Evans as Gertz.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Paul Zaza, cinematography is by Stephen M. Katz, and it was produced by René Dupont and Jean Shepherd.
Is It Runs in the Family worth watching?
At 1h 25m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy and family, It Runs in the Family is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch It Runs in the Family
It Runs in the Family isn't currently available on major streaming services in United States. We track availability continuously — add it to your watchlist and we'll keep an eye out.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
Rate & review
Your rating and review are saved privately in this browser — no account needed.
Cast of It Runs in the Family
Kieran Culkin
Ralph "Ralphie" Parker
Charles Grodin
Mr. Parker (The Old Man)
Mary Steenburgen
Mrs. Parker (Mother)
Christian Culkin
Randy Parker
Al Mancini
Zudoc
Troy Evans
Gertz
Roy Brocksmith
Mr. Winchell, the Assessor
Glenn Shadix
Leopold Doppler
Dick O'Neill
Pulaski
Wayne Grace
Emil Bumpus
Tedde Moore
Miss Shields
Whit Hertford
Lug Ditka
It Runs in the Family — FAQs
▸Where can I watch It Runs in the Family in United States?
It Runs in the Family is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is It Runs in the Family in?
It Runs in the Family is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is It Runs in the Family?
It Runs in the Family runs 1 hours 25 minutes (85 minutes).
▸What is It Runs in the Family rated?
It Runs in the Family is rated PG. It holds a 5.4/10 audience score from 31 ratings.
More like It Runs in the Family
