Like Father Like Son
1987, English. Directed by Rod Daniel.
Chris and his dad have accidentally changed bodies - but no big deal. Chris gets the Jag and the Gold Card. Dad gets the fake ID and the bio final.
Dr. Jack Hammond has best chances to become medical superintendent in the clinic. So he's completely absorbed in his work and has no understanding for his teenage son Chris' problems with school. By accident one of them drinks a brain-exchanging serum, and it switches their identities. This leads of course to extraordinary complications in school and at work, but also to insight in the problems and feelings of each other.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Like Father Like Son isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Rod DanielDirector
- Dudley MooreDr. Jack Hammond / Chris Hammond
- Kirk CameronChris Hammond / Dr. Jack Hammond
- Margaret ColinGinnie Armbruster
- Catherine HicksDr. Amy Larkin
- Patrick O'NealDr. Larry Armbruster
- Sean AstinClarence / Trigger
- Camille CooperLori Beaumont
- Micah GrantRick Anderson, Lori's Boyfriend
- Bill MorrisonTrigger's Uncle Earl
- Skeeter VaughanMedicine Man
- Larry SellersNavajo Helper
- Tami DavidNavajo Girl
Details
- Released
- 2 October 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Lorne Cameron, Steve Bloom, David Hoselton
- Budget
- $11M
- Box office
- $34M
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Like Father Like Son: quick answers
Is Like Father Like Son worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 156 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Like Father Like Son?
Like Father Like Son runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Like Father Like Son have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Like Father Like Son. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Like Father Like Son parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Like Father Like Son is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Like Father Like Son on?
Like Father Like Son isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Like Father Like Son?
If you liked Like Father Like Son, try Wish Upon a Star, The School for Good and Evil, Under Wraps.
Who directed Like Father Like Son?
Like Father Like Son (1987) was directed by Rod Daniel and stars Dudley Moore, Kirk Cameron, Margaret Colin.