Beaches
1988, English. Directed by Garry Marshall.
Some Friendships Last Forever
A privileged rich debutante and a cynical struggling entertainer share a turbulent, but strong childhood friendship over the years.
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 291 TMDB viewer ratings.
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YouTubeCast & crew
- Garry MarshallDirector
- Bette MidlerCC Bloom
- Barbara HersheyHillary Whitney Essex
- John HeardJohn Pierce
- Spalding GrayDr. Richard Milstein
- Lainie KazanLeona Bloom
- James ReadMichael Essex
- Grace JohnstonVictoria Essex
- Mayim BialikCC (age 11)
- Marcie LeedsHillary (age 11)
- Carol WilliardAunt Vesta
- Allan KentMr. Melman
- Phil LeedsSammy Pinkers
Details
- Released
- 21 December 1988
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Mary Agnes Donoghue
- Budget
- $20M
- Box office
- $57M
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Beaches: quick answers
Is Beaches worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 291 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Beaches?
Beaches runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Does Beaches have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Beaches. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Beaches suitable for kids?
Beaches is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like Beaches?
If you liked Beaches, try Don't Say Good Luck, Moxie, Bob Trevino Likes It.
Who directed Beaches?
Beaches (1988) was directed by Garry Marshall and stars Bette Midler, Barbara Hershey, John Heard.