Movie

Uncle Buck

“He's crude. He's crass. He's family.”

★ 6.8(1,359)19891h 40m

Uncle Buck is streaming on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel and YouTube TV 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 17 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: John Hughes
Release date: 1989-08-16
Runtime: 1h 40m
Language: English
Box office: $79,300,000
Budget: $15,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Hughes Entertainment

Uncle Buck — trailer

About Uncle Buck

Uncle Buck is a 1989 movie in the Comedy, Drama and Family genres, directed by John Hughes, starring John Candy, Jean Louisa Kelly and Gaby Hoffmann. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 1,359 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Uncle Buck in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Buck Russell, a lovable but slovenly bachelor, suddenly becomes the temporary caretaker of his nephew and nieces after a family emergency. His freewheeling attitude soon causes tension with his older niece Tia, loyal girlfriend Chanice, and just about everyone else who crosses his path.

Cast

John Candy

Buck Russell

Jean Louisa Kelly

Tia Russell

Gaby Hoffmann

Maizy Russell

Macaulay Culkin

Miles Russell

Amy Madigan

Chanice Kobolowski

Elaine Bromka

Cindy Russell

Garrett M. Brown

Bob Russell

Laurie Metcalf

Marcie Dahlgren-Frost

Jay Underwood

Bug

Brian Tarantina

E. Roger Coswell

Mike Starr

Pooter-the-Clown

Suzanne Shepherd

Mrs. Hogarth

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Uncle Buck in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Uncle Buck on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel and YouTube TV. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is Uncle Buck on Netflix?+

Uncle Buck is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel and YouTube TV.

How long is Uncle Buck?+

Uncle Buck has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in Uncle Buck?+

Uncle Buck stars John Candy, Jean Louisa Kelly, Gaby Hoffmann, Macaulay Culkin and Amy Madigan.

When did Uncle Buck come out?+

Uncle Buck is a 1989 movie directed by John Hughes.

What genre is Uncle Buck?+

Uncle Buck is Comedy, Drama and Family film.

Who directed Uncle Buck?+

Uncle Buck was directed by John Hughes.