The 'Burbs
When secretive new neighbors move in next door, suburbanite Ray Peterson and his friends let their paranoia get the best of them as they start to suspect the newcomers of evildoings and commence an investigation. But it's hardly how Ray, who much prefers drinking beer, reading his newspaper and watching a ball game on the tube expected to spend his vacation.
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The 'Burbs (1989) Official Trailer - Tom Hanks, Bruce Dern Movie HD
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Frequently asked questions about The 'Burbs
Where can I watch The 'Burbs in the United States?
The 'Burbs is available to stream on YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The 'Burbs for free?
The 'Burbs streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The 'Burbs?
The 'Burbs scores 6.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The 'Burbs?
The 'Burbs stars Tom Hanks, Bruce Dern, Carrie Fisher, Rick Ducommun, and Wendy Schaal. Joe Dante is the director.
How long is The 'Burbs?
The 'Burbs runs 1h 42m (102 minutes).
When did The 'Burbs come out?
The 'Burbs was released on February 17, 1989.
Which studio made The 'Burbs?
The 'Burbs was produced by Universal Pictures, Imagine Entertainment, and Rollins-Morra-Brezner Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for The 'Burbs?
The 'Burbs was made on a budget of $18,000,000.
How much did The 'Burbs make at the box office?
The 'Burbs grossed $49,101,993 worldwide, against a budget of $18,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.