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Uncle Buck

Genre
Comedy
Rating
PG
Released
16 August, 1989
Uncle Buck

Uncle Buck is a 1989 American comedy film written and directed by John Hughes. Starring John Candy and Amy Madigan, the film tells the story of a bachelor and all-around-slob who babysits his brother's rebellious teenage daughter and her younger brother and sister. Uncle Buck was released in theaters on August 16, 1989 by Universal Pictures and grossed $79.2 million against a $15 million budget.

Director John Hughes
Produced by John Hughes, Tom Jacobson
Writer(s) John Hughes
Starring John Candy, Amy Madigan
Music Ira Newborn
Cinematography Ralf D. Bode
Edited by Lou Lombardo, Tony Lombardo, Peck Prior
Production, company Hughes Entertainment
Distributed by Universal Pictures
Released August 16, 1989
Running time 99 minutes
Country United States
Language English
Budget $15 million
Box office $79.2 million
Netflix ID 1077530

About Uncle Buck

The only person to watch the kids when the parents leave for a family emergency is Buck, a carefree slob who must watch the two younger children and the rebellious teen.

Achievement of Uncle Buck

John Hughes wrote, directed, and produced the film. The movie was filmed in Chicago, Illinois. 

Top Facts You Did Not Know About Uncle Buck

Films produced by John Hughes (filmmaker).. Films directed by John Hughes (filmmaker).. Films shot in Illinois.. Films set in Chicago.. Films about families.

Latest information about Uncle Buck updated on July 28 2021.