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My Favorite Martian

1999, English. Directed by Donald Petrie.

The martian has landed. There goes the neighborhood.

Ambitious television reporter Tim O'Hara stumbles upon a martian whose spaceship has accidentally crashed on Earth. Thinking this is his ticket to a Pulitzer Prize, Tim makes plans to expose the martian, who, posing as Tim's Uncle Martin, takes human form and has plans of his own. In fact, all of Tim's efforts to divulge the truth are systematically thwarted by the resourceful alien, who ultimately recruits Tim to help him repair his ship for a return to Mars.

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Runtime
1h 34m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
PG

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My Favorite Martian is streaming on Disney Plus in India.

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Released
11 February 1999
Country
United States of America
Written by
Sherri Stoner, Deanna Oliver
Budget
$65M
Box office
$37M
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Is My Favorite Martian worth watching?

Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 370 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is My Favorite Martian?

My Favorite Martian runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).

Does My Favorite Martian have a post-credits scene?

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My Favorite Martian parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

My Favorite Martian is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.

Which OTT platform is My Favorite Martian on?

My Favorite Martian is streaming on Disney Plus in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)

What movies are like My Favorite Martian?

If you liked My Favorite Martian, try Secret Headquarters, Real Men, Snow Queen.

Who directed My Favorite Martian?

My Favorite Martian (1999) was directed by Donald Petrie and stars Christopher Lloyd, Jeff Daniels, Elizabeth Hurley.

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