Mother
1996, English. Directed by Albert Brooks.
No one misunderstands you better.
A neurotic, twice-divorced sci-fi writer moves back in with his mother to solve his personal problems.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 99 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Mother
Mother isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Albert BrooksDirector
- Albert BrooksJohn Henderson
- Debbie ReynoldsBeatrice Henderson
- Rob MorrowJeff Henderson
- Lisa KudrowLinda
- John C. McGinleyCarl
- Rosalind AllenWoman at Gas Station
- Isabel GlasserCheryl Henderson
- Anne HaneyHelen
- Peter WhiteCharles
- Paul CollinsLawyer
- Laura WeekesKaren Henderson
- Richard AssadTV Installer
Details
- Released
- 25 December 1996
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Monica Johnson, Albert Brooks
- Box office
- $19M
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Mother: quick answers
Is Mother worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 99 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Mother?
Mother runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does Mother have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Mother. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Mother parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Mother is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Mother on?
Mother isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Mother?
If you liked Mother, try Deconstructing Harry, American Fiction, The World According to Garp.
Who directed Mother?
Mother (1996) was directed by Albert Brooks and stars Albert Brooks, Debbie Reynolds, Rob Morrow.