Movie

Problem Child

“Attila the Hun. Ivan the Terrible. Al Capone. They were all seven once.”

★ 6.2(920)19901h 21m

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Good to know

Director: Dennis Dugan
Release date: 1990-07-27
Runtime: 1h 21m
Language: English
Box office: $72,000,000
Budget: $10,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal Pictures
Part of: Problem Child Collection

Problem Child — trailer

About Problem Child

Problem Child is a 1990 movie in the Comedy and Family genres, directed by Dennis Dugan, starring John Ritter, Jack Warden and Michael J. Oliver. It has a runtime of 1 hour 21 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 920 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Problem Child in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Ben Healy and his social climbing wife Flo adopt fun-loving seven year old Junior. But they soon discover he's a little monster as he turns a camping trip, a birthday party and even a baseball game into comic nightmares.

Cast

John Ritter

Ben

Jack Warden

Big Ben

Michael J. Oliver

Junior

Gilbert Gottfried

Mr. Peabody

Amy Yasbeck

Flo

Michael Richards

Martin Beck

Peter Jurasik

Roy

Charlotte Akin

Lorraine

Anna Marie Allred

Kid #3

Adam Anderly

Catcher

Robert A. Anderson

Boy in Chair

Cody Beard

2nd Baseman

Themes & keywords

ransomkidnappingorphanagefoster parentsdark comedychild herobaby-snatchingspoiled childslapstick comedypflegesohnserial killerproblem childmischievous childneighborhoodkids

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Problem Child in Japan?+

Problem Child is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Problem Child on Netflix?+

Problem Child is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is Problem Child?+

Problem Child has a runtime of 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).

Who stars in Problem Child?+

Problem Child stars John Ritter, Jack Warden, Michael J. Oliver, Gilbert Gottfried and Amy Yasbeck.

When did Problem Child come out?+

Problem Child is a 1990 movie directed by Dennis Dugan.

What genre is Problem Child?+

Problem Child is Comedy and Family film.

Who directed Problem Child?+

Problem Child was directed by Dennis Dugan.