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Moving

1988·Movie·R·89 min·5.6(132)

One family's experience with the M-word.

Arlo accepts what seems to him to be a dream promotion to Idaho. He soon discovers, however, that moving has its own share of problems.

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Where to watch Moving in United States

Click a service to open Moving there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.

Where is Moving streaming around the world?

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About Moving

Moving is a 1988 English-language comedy and family film directed by Alan Metter. The cast is led by Richard Pryor, Beverly Todd, Dave Thomas. It has a runtime of 1h 29m. Viewers rate it 5.6/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Hoopla.

Moving was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on March 4, 1988, and carries a R certification.

Director
Alan Metter
Writers
Andy Breckman
Release date
March 4, 1988
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Warner Bros. Pictures
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Moving cast & crew

Moving was directed by Alan Metter and written by Andy Breckman.

The cast features Richard Pryor as Arlo Pear, Beverly Todd as Monica Pear, Dave Thomas as Gary Marcus, Dana Carvey as Brad Williams, Randy Quaid as Frank / Cornall Crawford, and Stacey Dash as Casey Pear.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Howard Shore and cinematography is by Donald McAlpine.

Is Moving worth watching?

Moving holds an audience score of 5.6/10 from 132 ratings, a more divisive comedy films.

At 1h 29m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy comedy and family, Moving is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Moving

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Cast of Moving

Richard Pryor

Richard Pryor

Arlo Pear

Beverly Todd

Beverly Todd

Monica Pear

Dave Thomas

Dave Thomas

Gary Marcus

Dana Carvey

Dana Carvey

Brad Williams

Randy Quaid

Randy Quaid

Frank / Cornall Crawford

Stacey Dash

Stacey Dash

Casey Pear

Morris Day

Morris Day

Rudy

Ji-Tu Cumbuka

Ji-Tu Cumbuka

Edwards

Chris Pallies

Chris Pallies

Gorgo

Alan Oppenheimer

Alan Oppenheimer

Mr. Cadell

Gordon Jump

Gordon Jump

Simon Eberhart

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Bill Wiley

Arnold Butterworth

Moving — FAQs

Where can I watch Moving in United States?

Moving is streaming on Hoopla in United States.

Is Moving on Hoopla?

Yes — Moving is currently available on Hoopla in United States.

What language is Moving in?

Moving is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Moving?

Moving runs 1 hours 29 minutes (89 minutes).

What is Moving rated?

Moving is rated R. It holds a 5.6/10 audience score from 132 ratings.

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