The 'Burbs
1989, English. Directed by Joe Dante.
He's a man of peace in a savage land... Suburbia.
When secretive new neighbors move in next door, suburbanite Ray Peterson and his friends let their paranoia get the best of them as they start to suspect the newcomers of evildoings and commence an investigation. But it's hardly how Ray, who much prefers drinking beer, reading his newspaper and watching a ball game on the tube expected to spend his vacation.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 1,453 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The 'Burbs
The 'Burbs isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Joe DanteDirector
- Tom HanksRay Peterson
- Bruce DernLt. Mark Rumsfield
- Carrie FisherCarol Peterson
- Rick DucommunArt Weingartner
- Wendy SchaalBonnie Rumsfield
- Corey FeldmanRicky Butler
- Courtney GainsHans Klopek
- Henry GibsonDr. Werner Klopek
- Gale GordonWalter Seznick
- Dick MillerVic, Garbageman #1
- Robert PicardoJoe, Garbageman #2
- Theodore GottliebUncle Reuben Klopek
Details
- Released
- 17 February 1989
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Dana Olsen
- Budget
- $18M
- Box office
- $49M
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The 'Burbs: quick answers
Is The 'Burbs worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 1,453 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The 'Burbs?
The 'Burbs runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The 'Burbs have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The 'Burbs. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The 'Burbs parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The 'Burbs is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The 'Burbs on?
The 'Burbs isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The 'Burbs?
If you liked The 'Burbs, try Tales of Terror, High Anxiety, House of the Long Shadows.
Who directed The 'Burbs?
The 'Burbs (1989) was directed by Joe Dante and stars Tom Hanks, Bruce Dern, Carrie Fisher.