Mother Wanted (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1989, Mother Wanted is a comedy and family film directed by Anssi Mänttäri, running about 68 minutes.
What it’s about. Anni wants a new mommy for herself and a new wife for her dad. But dad has forgotten how to find a wife and needs Anni's help.
Who’s in it. Mother Wanted stars Kirsikka Tykkyläinen as Anni Nieminen, Susanna Haavisto as Leena Järvenpää, Kari Heiskanen as Timo Nieminen, Timppa and Outi Mäenpää as Taina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Mother Wanted has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mother Wanted page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mother Wanted tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mother Wanted (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mother Wanted change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mother Wanted worth watching?
- Mother Wanted holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mother Wanted?
- Mother Wanted stars Kirsikka Tykkyläinen, Susanna Haavisto, Kari Heiskanen, Outi Mäenpää and Antti Mäkelä.
- When was Mother Wanted released?
- Mother Wanted was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.