The 'Burbs
“He's a man of peace in a savage land... Suburbia.”
When secretive new neighbors move in next door, suburbanite Ray Peterson and his friends let their paranoia get the best of them as they start to suspect the newcomers of evildoings and commence an investigation. But it's hardly how Ray, who much prefers drinking beer, reading his newspaper and watching a ball game on the tube expected to spend his vacation.
Where to watch The 'Burbs in United States
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Where is The 'Burbs streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Sky Go, Now TV Cinema | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Australia | BINGE, Foxtel Now | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About The 'Burbs
The 'Burbs is a 1989 English-language comedy, horror and thriller film directed by Joe Dante. The cast is led by Tom Hanks, Bruce Dern, Carrie Fisher. It has a runtime of 1h 42m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 1400 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The 'Burbs was produced by Universal Pictures, Imagine Entertainment, and Rollins-Morra-Brezner Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on February 17, 1989, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $18 million, it went on to gross $49 million worldwide.
- Director
- Joe Dante
- Writers
- Dana Olsen
- Release date
- February 17, 1989
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $18 million
- Box office
- $49 million
- Production
- Universal Pictures, Imagine Entertainment, Rollins-Morra-Brezner Productions
The 'Burbs cast & crew
The 'Burbs was directed by Joe Dante and written by Dana Olsen.
The cast features Tom Hanks as Ray Peterson, Bruce Dern as Lt. Mark Rumsfield, Carrie Fisher as Carol Peterson, Rick Ducommun as Art Weingartner, Wendy Schaal as Bonnie Rumsfield, and Corey Feldman as Ricky Butler.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jerry Goldsmith, cinematography is by Robert M. Stevens, and it was produced by Larry Brezner and Michael Finnell.
Is The 'Burbs worth watching?
The 'Burbs holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 1,379 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 42m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy comedy, horror, and thriller, The 'Burbs is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The 'Burbs
The 'Burbs isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of The 'Burbs
Tom Hanks
Ray Peterson
Bruce Dern
Lt. Mark Rumsfield
Carrie Fisher
Carol Peterson
Rick Ducommun
Art Weingartner
Wendy Schaal
Bonnie Rumsfield
Corey Feldman
Ricky Butler
Courtney Gains
Hans Klopek
Henry Gibson
Dr. Werner Klopek
Gale Gordon
Walter Seznick
Dick Miller
Vic, Garbageman #1
Robert Picardo
Joe, Garbageman #2
Theodore Gottlieb
Uncle Reuben Klopek
The 'Burbs — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The 'Burbs in United States?
The 'Burbs is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is The 'Burbs in?
The 'Burbs is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The 'Burbs?
The 'Burbs runs 1 hours 42 minutes (102 minutes).
▸What is The 'Burbs rated?
The 'Burbs is rated PG. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 1,379 ratings.
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