The Accidental Tourist
1988, English. Directed by Lawrence Kasdan.
Macon Leary was set in his ways. The way he lived, thought and worked. He imagined it would always be like that. Until an unusual woman showed him the way it could be.
After the death of his son, travel writer Macon Leary seems to be sleep walking through life. Macon's wife is having similar problems. They separate, and Macon meets a strange, outgoing woman who brings him 'back down to earth', but his wife soon thinks their marriage is still worth another try.
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 271 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Lawrence KasdanDirector
- William HurtMacon Leary
- Kathleen TurnerSarah Leary
- Geena DavisMuriel Pritchett
- Amy WrightRose Leary
- David Ogden StiersPorter Leary
- Ed Begley Jr.Charles Leary
- Bill PullmanJulian Hedge
- Robert Hy GormanAlexander
- Bradley MottLucas Loomis
- Seth GrangerEthan
- Amanda HouckDebbie
- Caroline HouckDorrie
Details
- Released
- 23 December 1988
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Frank Galati, Lawrence Kasdan
- Box office
- $33M
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What The Accidental Tourist is based on
The Accidental Tourist is based on The Accidental Tourist, a 1985 novel by Anne Tyler, published by Alfred A. Knopf.
Novel · 1985
The Accidental Tourist
By Anne Tyler
Published by Alfred A. Knopf
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The Accidental Tourist: quick answers
Is The Accidental Tourist worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 271 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Accidental Tourist?
The Accidental Tourist runs 121 minutes (2h 1m).
Does The Accidental Tourist have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Accidental Tourist. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Accidental Tourist parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Accidental Tourist is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Accidental Tourist on?
The Accidental Tourist isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Accidental Tourist?
If you liked The Accidental Tourist, try My Old Lady, Jersey Girl, Forget Paris.
Who directed The Accidental Tourist?
The Accidental Tourist (1988) was directed by Lawrence Kasdan and stars William Hurt, Kathleen Turner, Geena Davis.
What is The Accidental Tourist based on?
The Accidental Tourist is based on The Accidental Tourist, a 1985 novel by Anne Tyler, published by Alfred A. Knopf.