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Uncle Buck

Uncle Buck

He's crude. He's crass. He's family.

Buck Russell, a lovable but slovenly bachelor, suddenly becomes the temporary caretaker of his nephew and nieces after a family emergency. His freewheeling attitude soon causes tension with his older niece Tia, loyal girlfriend Chanice and just about everyone else who crosses his path.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Uncle Buck
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama, Family
  • Release Date: 1989-08-16
  • Runtime: 100 minutes
  • Rating: 6.8/10 (1219 votes)
  • Budget: $15,000,000
  • Revenue: $79,300,000
  • Production Companies: Hughes Entertainment
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 5.8181
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

John Candy

John Candy

as Buck Russell

Jean Louisa Kelly

Jean Louisa Kelly

as Tia Russell

Gaby Hoffmann

Gaby Hoffmann

as Maizy Russell

Macaulay Culkin

Macaulay Culkin

as Miles Russell

Amy Madigan

Amy Madigan

as Chanice Kobolowski

Elaine Bromka

Elaine Bromka

as Cindy Russell

Garrett M. Brown

Garrett M. Brown

as Bob Russell

Laurie Metcalf

Laurie Metcalf

as Marcie Dahlgren-Frost

Jay Underwood

Jay Underwood

as Bug

Brian Tarantina

Brian Tarantina

as E. Roger Coswell

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Trailers & Clips

Buck To The Rescue

Original Theatrical Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Uncle Buck?

Uncle Buck is a Comedy, Drama, Family movie directed by . It was released on 1989-08-16.

Who are the main actors in Uncle Buck?

The main cast includes John Candy, Jean Louisa Kelly, Gaby Hoffmann, Macaulay Culkin, Amy Madigan, .

Where can I watch Uncle Buck online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Uncle Buck is available.

Is Uncle Buck based on a true story?

He's crude. He's crass. He's family.

What is the IMDb rating of Uncle Buck?

Uncle Buck has an IMDb rating of 6.8/10 based on 1219 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Uncle Buck?

The movie had a production budget of $15,000,000 and earned $79,300,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Uncle Buck?

The soundtrack was composed by Hughes Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Uncle Buck filmed?

Uncle Buck was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Uncle Buck?

The total runtime of Uncle Buck is 100 minutes.

Is Uncle Buck suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Uncle Buck?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Uncle Buck.

Does Uncle Buck have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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