Uncle Buck
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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Streaming now in the United States on Netflix, AMC+, YouTube TV, and AMC.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Uncle Buck (1989) Original Trailer [FHD]
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Frequently asked questions about Uncle Buck
Where can I watch Uncle Buck in the United States?
Uncle Buck is available to stream on Netflix, AMC+, YouTube TV, and AMC 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.
Is Uncle Buck on Netflix?
Yes. Uncle Buck is streaming on Netflix in the United States, alongside AMC+, YouTube TV, and AMC.
Can I watch Uncle Buck for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Uncle Buck needs a subscription to Netflix, AMC+, YouTube TV, and AMC, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Uncle Buck?
Uncle Buck scores 6.8 on The Movie Database, 7.1 on IMDb, 77% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 77 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Uncle Buck?
Uncle Buck stars John Candy, Jean Louisa Kelly, Gaby Hoffmann, Macaulay Culkin, and Amy Madigan. John Hughes is the director.
How long is Uncle Buck?
Uncle Buck runs 1h 40m (100 minutes).
When did Uncle Buck come out?
Uncle Buck was released on August 16, 1989.
Which studio made Uncle Buck?
Uncle Buck was produced by Hughes Entertainment in the United States.
What was the budget for Uncle Buck?
Uncle Buck was made on a budget of $15,000,000.
How much did Uncle Buck make at the box office?
Uncle Buck grossed $79,300,000 worldwide, against a budget of $15,000,000.
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.