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It Runs in the Family

2003·Movie·109 min·6.0(81)

Some families can survive anything. Even each other.

This is the story of a dysfunctional New York family, and their attempts to reconcile

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Where to watch It Runs in the Family in United States

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About It Runs in the Family

It Runs in the Family is a 2003 English-language comedy and drama film directed by Fred Schepisi. The cast is led by Michael Douglas, Kirk Douglas, Bernadette Peters. It has a runtime of 1h 49m. Viewers rate it 6.0/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel.

It Runs in the Family was produced by GreenStreet Productions, Family Films, and Furthur Films and made in United States of America. It was released on April 25, 2003.

Director
Fred Schepisi
Writers
Jesse Wigutow
Release date
April 25, 2003
Original language
English
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
GreenStreet Productions, Family Films, Furthur Films

It Runs in the Family cast & crew

It Runs in the Family was directed by Fred Schepisi and written by Jesse Wigutow.

The cast features Michael Douglas as Alex Gromberg, Kirk Douglas as Mitchell Gromberg, Bernadette Peters as Rebecca Gromberg, Rory Culkin as Eli Gromberg, Cameron Douglas as Asher Gromberg, and Diana Douglas as Evelyn Gromberg.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Paul Grabowsky, cinematography is by Ian Baker, and it was produced by Michael Douglas.

Is It Runs in the Family worth watching?

It Runs in the Family holds an audience score of 6.0/10 from 81 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.

At 1h 49m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy comedy and drama, It Runs in the Family is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch It Runs in the Family

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Cast of It Runs in the Family

Michael Douglas

Michael Douglas

Alex Gromberg

Kirk Douglas

Kirk Douglas

Mitchell Gromberg

Bernadette Peters

Bernadette Peters

Rebecca Gromberg

Rory Culkin

Rory Culkin

Eli Gromberg

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Cameron Douglas

Asher Gromberg

Diana Douglas

Diana Douglas

Evelyn Gromberg

Josh Pais

Josh Pais

Barney

Michelle Monaghan

Michelle Monaghan

Peg Maloney

Geoffrey Arend

Geoffrey Arend

Malik

Sarita Choudhury

Sarita Choudhury

Suzie

Annie Golden

Annie Golden

Deb

Audra McDonald

Audra McDonald

Sarah Langley

It Runs in the Family — FAQs

Where can I watch It Runs in the Family in United States?

It Runs in the Family is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel in United States.

Is It Runs in the Family on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — It Runs in the Family is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is It Runs in the Family in?

It Runs in the Family is originally in English, with audio tracks including Spanish, Hebrew, 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 49 minutes (109 minutes).

What is It Runs in the Family rated?

It holds a 6.0/10 audience score from 81 ratings.

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