

First Family
1980, English. Directed by Buck Henry.
Remember when comedy was King... Now he's President.
When the First Daughter is kidnapped by an African tribe, the President must do what he can to keep them from sacrificing her.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Buck HenryDirector
- Gilda RadnerGloria Link
- Bob NewhartPresident Manfred Link
- Madeline KahnMrs. Link
- Richard BenjaminPress Secretary Bunthorne
- Bob DishyVice President Shockley
- Harvey KormanAmbassador Spender
- Austin PendletonDr. Alexander Grade
- Rip TornGeneral G. E. Dumpston
- Fred WillardPresidential Assistant Feebleman
- John HancockPresident Mazai Kulundra
- Julius HarrisAmbassador Longo
- Roger BowenSenator William 'Wild Bill' Hubley
Details
- Released
- 25 December 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Buck Henry
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First Family: quick answers
Is First Family worth watching?
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How long is First Family?
First Family runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does First Family have a post-credits scene?
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First Family parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
First Family is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is First Family on?
First Family isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like First Family?
If you liked First Family, try Chief Daddy 2: Going for Broke, One Battle After Another, Old Dads.
Who directed First Family?
First Family (1980) was directed by Buck Henry and stars Gilda Radner, Bob Newhart, Madeline Kahn.