Movie

Parenthood

“It could happen to you.”

★ 6.7(720)19892h 4m

Parenthood is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 13 June 2026.

Where to watch Parenthood

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Good to know

Director: Ron Howard
Release date: 1989-07-31
Runtime: 2h 4m
Language: English
Box office: $126,297,830
Budget: $20,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal Pictures

Parenthood — trailer

About Parenthood

Parenthood is a 1989 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Ron Howard, starring Steve Martin, Mary Steenburgen and Dianne Wiest. It has a runtime of 2 hours 4 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 720 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Parenthood in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Steve Martin

Gil Buckman

Mary Steenburgen

Karen Buckman

Dianne Wiest

Helen Buckman Lampkin Bowman

Jason Robards

Frank Buckman

Rick Moranis

Nathan Huffner

Tom Hulce

Larry Buckman

Martha Plimpton

Julie Buckman-Lampkin Higgins

Keanu Reeves

Tod Higgins

Harley Jane Kozak

Susan Buckman

Joaquin Phoenix

Garry Buckman-Lampkin

Dennis Dugan

David Brodsky

Eileen Ryan

Marilyn Buckman

Themes & keywords

parent child relationshipgrandparent grandchild relationshipdysfunctional familyfamily relationshipsparentingchildren's party

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Parenthood in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Parenthood on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is Parenthood on Netflix?+

Yes — Parenthood is available to stream on Netflix in United States.

How long is Parenthood?+

Parenthood has a runtime of 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).

Who stars in Parenthood?+

Parenthood stars Steve Martin, Mary Steenburgen, Dianne Wiest, Jason Robards and Rick Moranis.

When did Parenthood come out?+

Parenthood is a 1989 movie directed by Ron Howard.

What genre is Parenthood?+

Parenthood is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Parenthood?+

Parenthood was directed by Ron Howard.