Jack the Bear (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1993, Jack the Bear is a comedy and drama film directed by Marshall Herskovitz, running about 99 minutes. “Laugh. Cry. Hold on tight.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Story of the relationships between two sons and their father, who moves the family to California and becomes a tv horror show host after the death of his wife.
Who’s in it. Jack the Bear stars Danny DeVito as John Leary, Gary Sinise as Norman Strick, Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Peggy Etinger and Reese Witherspoon as Karen Morris, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Jack the Bear has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $5.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jack the Bear page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jack the Bear tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jack the Bear (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jack the Bear change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jack the Bear worth watching?
- Jack the Bear holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jack the Bear?
- Jack the Bear stars Danny DeVito, Gary Sinise, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Reese Witherspoon and Robert J. Steinmiller Jr..
- When was Jack the Bear released?
- Jack the Bear was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.