Jack the Bear
1993, English. Directed by Marshall Herskovitz.
Laugh. Cry. Hold on tight.
Story of the relationships between two sons and their father, who moves the family to California and becomes a tv horror show host after the death of his wife.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 67 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Jack the Bear
Jack the Bear isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 April 1993.
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Cast & crew
- Marshall HerskovitzDirector
- Danny DeVitoJohn Leary
- Gary SiniseNorman Strick
- Julia Louis-DreyfusPeggy Etinger
- Reese WitherspoonKaren Morris
- Robert J. Steinmiller Jr.Jack Leary
- Miko HughesDylan Leary
- Art LaFleurMr. Festinger
- Stefan GieraschFather-in-Law
- Erica YohnMother-in-Law
- Andrea MarcovicciElizabeth Leary
- Bert RemsenMitchell
- Carl Gabriel YorkeGordon Layton
Details
- Released
- 2 April 1993
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Steven Zaillian
- Box office
- $5.1M
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Jack the Bear: quick answers
Is Jack the Bear worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 67 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Jack the Bear?
Jack the Bear runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Jack the Bear have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Jack the Bear. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Jack the Bear parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Jack the Bear is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Jack the Bear on?
Jack the Bear isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 April 1993. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Jack the Bear?
If you liked Jack the Bear, try Mother, Hero, Radio Flyer.
Who directed Jack the Bear?
Jack the Bear (1993) was directed by Marshall Herskovitz and stars Danny DeVito, Gary Sinise, Julia Louis-Dreyfus.