Housekeeping
1987, English. Directed by Bill Forsyth.
The story of a woman slightly distracted by the possibilities of life.
In the Pacific Northwest during the 1950s, two young sisters whose mother has abandoned them wind up living with their Aunt Sylvie, whose views of the world and its conventions don't quite live up to most people's expectations.
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 56 TMDB viewer ratings.
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- Bill ForsythDirector
- Christine LahtiSylvie Fisher
- Sara WalkerRuth
- Andrea BurchillLucille
- Anne PitoniakAunt Lily
- Barbara ReeseAunt Nona
- Margot PinvidicHelen
- Bill SmillieSheriff
- Wayne RobsonPrincipal
- Betty PhillipsMrs. Jardine
- Karen Elizabeth AustinMrs. Paterson
- Dolores DrakeMrs. Walker
- Georgie CollinsGrandmother
Details
- Released
- 25 November 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Bill Forsyth
- Box office
- $1.1M
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Housekeeping: quick answers
Is Housekeeping worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 56 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Housekeeping?
Housekeeping runs 116 minutes (1h 56m).
Does Housekeeping have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Housekeeping. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Housekeeping suitable for kids?
Housekeeping is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What movies are like Housekeeping?
If you liked Housekeeping, try Chloe and Theo, The Spitfire Grill, Hooking Up.
Who directed Housekeeping?
Housekeeping (1987) was directed by Bill Forsyth and stars Christine Lahti, Sara Walker, Andrea Burchill.