Howard the Duck
1986, English. Directed by Willard Huyck.
More adventure than humanly possible.
A scientific experiment unknowingly brings extraterrestrial life forms to the Earth through a laser beam. First is the cigar-smoking drake, Howard, from the duck's planet. A few kids try to keep him from the greedy scientists and help him back to his planet, but then a much less friendly being arrives through the beam...
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Willard HuyckDirector
- Lea ThompsonBeverly Switzler
- Jeffrey JonesDr. Walter Jenning
- Tim RobbinsPhil Blumburtt
- Ed GaleHoward T. Duck
- Chip ZienHoward T. Duck (voice)
- Tim RoseHoward T. Duck
- Steve SleapHoward T. Duck
- Peter BairdHoward T. Duck
- Mary WellsHoward T. Duck
- Lisa SturzHoward T. Duck
- Jordan PrenticeHoward T. Duck
- Paul GuilfoyleLieutenant Welker
Details
- Released
- 1 August 1986
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Willard Huyck, Gloria Katz
- Budget
- $37M
- Box office
- $38M
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What Howard the Duck is based on
Howard the Duck is adapted from a comic.
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Howard the Duck: quick answers
Is Howard the Duck worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 1,192 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Howard the Duck?
Howard the Duck runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does Howard the Duck have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Howard the Duck. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Howard the Duck parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Howard the Duck is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Howard the Duck on?
Howard the Duck isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Howard the Duck?
If you liked Howard the Duck, try Spider-Man Strikes Back, The Rocketeer, Superman III.
Who directed Howard the Duck?
Howard the Duck (1986) was directed by Willard Huyck and stars Lea Thompson, Jeffrey Jones, Tim Robbins.
What is Howard the Duck based on?
Howard the Duck is adapted from a comic.