Parents
1989, English. Directed by Bob Balaban.
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Michael is a young boy living in a typical 1950s suburbanite home... except for his bizarre and horrific nightmares, and continued unease around his parents. Young Michael begins to suspect his parents are cooking more than just hamburgers on the grill outside, but has trouble explaining his fears to his new-found friend Sheila, or the school's social worker.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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5.9/10 from 201 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Parents
Parents is streaming on Lionsgate+ and Movie Sphere+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Bob BalabanDirector
- Randy QuaidNick Laemle
- Mary Beth HurtLily Laemle
- Sandy DennisMillie Dew
- Bryan MadorskyMichael Laemle
- Juno Mills-CockellSheila Zellner
- Kathryn GrodyMiss Judith Baxter
- Deborah RushMrs. Gladys Zellner
- Graham JarvisMr. Marty Zellner
- Helen CarscallenGrandmother
- Warren Van EveraGrandfather
- Wayne RobsonLab Attendant
- Uriel ByfieldLittle boy
Details
- Released
- 27 January 1989
- Country
- United States of America, Canada
- Written by
- Christopher Hawthorne
- Budget
- $3M
- Box office
- $871K
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Parents: quick answers
Is Parents worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 201 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Parents?
Parents runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
Does Parents have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Parents. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Parents parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Parents is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Parents on?
Parents is streaming on Lionsgate+ and Movie Sphere+ in India. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like Parents?
If you liked Parents, try Eating Raoul, Lucky Stiff, Homebodies.
Who directed Parents?
Parents (1989) was directed by Bob Balaban and stars Randy Quaid, Mary Beth Hurt, Sandy Dennis.