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Johnny Løffgreen
rated 10

The best - laughed all the time throughout the movie

1 year ago
Critic Ian Nathan
rated 6

...is funny, sentimental and pointedly moral, made very easy on sensibilities thanks to the hulking congeniality of John Candy.

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Flemming Larsen
rated 7

John Candy var bare god. Døde alt for tidligt.

1 year ago
Daniel
rated 7

Det här en en klassisk komedi av John Hughes som skapade många filmklassiker, bla Breakfast Club, Fira med Ferris mfl. I denna ser vi John Candy (Raka spåret till Chicago, Det våras för rymden mfl.) som Uncle Buck som agerar barnvakt till bla Maca...

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Cast & Crew

John Hughes
Director
John Hughes
Writer
Mike Starr
As Pooter-the-Clown
Patricia Arquette
As Additional Voices (voice)
Amy Madigan
As Chanice Kobolowski
William Windom
As Mr. Hatfield (voice)
John Candy
As Buck Russell

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Uncle Buck, a lovable but unconventional bachelor, is forced to take care of his brother's three children when a family emergency arises. Despite his initial reluctance, Buck quickly wins over the hearts of his niece and nephews with his free-spirited nature and unorthodox childcare methods. However, tensions rise when his oldest niece Tia, a rebellious teenager, resists Buck's attempts to connect with her. As the story unfolds, Buck proves himself to be a responsible and caring guardian, despite his quirky ways. With the help of his girlfriend Chanice and her tire shop wisdom, Buck learns to navigate the challenges of parenthood and ultimately wins over Tia's heart. This heartwarming comedy showcases John Candy's signature humor and charm as the titular character.

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Uncle Buck was released in theaters on August 16, 1989.