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Parenthood

1989·Movie·PG-13·124 min·6.7(721)

It could happen to you.

The story of the Buckman family and friends, attempting to bring up their children. They suffer/enjoy all the events that occur: estranged relatives, the 'black sheep' of the family, the eccentrics, the skeletons in the closet, and the rebellious teenagers.

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Where to watch Parenthood in United States

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

Where is Parenthood streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaAmazon Video
United KingdomApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
AustraliaApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceMolotov TVApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Orange VOD
SpainApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video
BrazilClaro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies

About Parenthood

Parenthood is a 1989 English-language comedy and drama film directed by Ron Howard. The cast is led by Steve Martin, Mary Steenburgen, Dianne Wiest. It has a runtime of 2h 4m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 700 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.

Parenthood was produced by Universal Pictures and Imagine Entertainment and made in United States of America. It was released on July 31, 1989, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $20 million, it went on to gross $126 million worldwide.

Director
Ron Howard
Writers
Lowell Ganz, Babaloo Mandel, Ron Howard
Release date
July 31, 1989
Original language
English
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$20 million
Box office
$126 million
Production
Universal Pictures, Imagine Entertainment
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Parenthood cast & crew

Parenthood was directed by Ron Howard and written by Lowell Ganz, Babaloo Mandel, and Ron Howard.

The cast features Steve Martin as Gil Buckman, Mary Steenburgen as Karen Buckman, Dianne Wiest as Helen Buckman Lampkin Bowman, Jason Robards as Frank Buckman, Rick Moranis as Nathan Huffner, and Tom Hulce as Larry Buckman.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Randy Newman, cinematography is by Donald McAlpine, and it was produced by Brian Grazer and Joseph M. Caracciolo.

Is Parenthood worth watching?

Parenthood holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 721 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.

At 2h 4m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy comedy and drama, Parenthood is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Parenthood

In United States, you can stream Parenthood on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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.

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Cast of Parenthood

Steve Martin

Steve Martin

Gil Buckman

Mary Steenburgen

Mary Steenburgen

Karen Buckman

Dianne Wiest

Dianne Wiest

Helen Buckman Lampkin Bowman

Jason Robards

Jason Robards

Frank Buckman

Rick Moranis

Rick Moranis

Nathan Huffner

Tom Hulce

Tom Hulce

Larry Buckman

Martha Plimpton

Martha Plimpton

Julie Buckman-Lampkin Higgins

Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves

Tod Higgins

Harley Jane Kozak

Harley Jane Kozak

Susan Buckman

Joaquin Phoenix

Joaquin Phoenix

Garry Buckman-Lampkin

Dennis Dugan

Dennis Dugan

David Brodsky

Eileen Ryan

Eileen Ryan

Marilyn Buckman

Parenthood — FAQs

Where can I watch Parenthood in United States?

Parenthood is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads in United States.

Is Parenthood on Netflix?

Yes — Parenthood is currently available on Netflix in United States.

What language is Parenthood in?

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

How long is Parenthood?

Parenthood runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).

What is Parenthood rated?

Parenthood is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 721 ratings.

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