Movie

Permanent Vacation

★ 5.9(218)19811h 15m

Permanent Vacation is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel and HBO Max in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 21 June 2026.

Where to watch Permanent Vacation

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Good to know

Director: Jim Jarmusch
Release date: 1981-03-06
Runtime: 1h 15m
Language: English
Budget: $12,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Cinesthesia Productions

Permanent Vacation — trailer

About Permanent Vacation

Permanent Vacation is a 1981 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Jim Jarmusch, starring Chris Parker, Leila Gastil and John Lurie. It has a runtime of 1 hour 15 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 218 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Permanent Vacation in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In downtown Manhattan, twentysomething Allie, whose father is not around and whose mother is institutionalized, is a big Charlie Parker fan. He almost subconsciously searches for meaning in his life and meets some idiosyncratic characters along the way.

Cast

Chris Parker

Allie

Leila Gastil

Leila

John Lurie

Sax Player

Richard Boes

War Vet

Sara Driver

Nurse

Charlie Spademan

Patient

Jane Fire

Nurse

Ruth Bolton

Mother

Evelyn Smith

Patient

Maria Duval

Latin Girl

Lisa Rosen

Popcorn Girl

Frankie Faison

Man in Lobby

Themes & keywords

new york citysaxophonedriftermental illness

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Permanent Vacation in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Permanent Vacation on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel and HBO Max. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.

Is Permanent Vacation on Netflix?+

Permanent Vacation is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel and HBO Max.

How long is Permanent Vacation?+

Permanent Vacation has a runtime of 1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes).

Who stars in Permanent Vacation?+

Permanent Vacation stars Chris Parker, Leila Gastil, John Lurie, Richard Boes and Sara Driver.

When did Permanent Vacation come out?+

Permanent Vacation is a 1981 movie directed by Jim Jarmusch.

What genre is Permanent Vacation?+

Permanent Vacation is Drama film.

Who directed Permanent Vacation?+

Permanent Vacation was directed by Jim Jarmusch.