Junior (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 3.2
Released in 1985, Junior is a thriller and horror film directed by Jim Hanley, running about 87 minutes. “The most deranged lunatic to stalk the screen!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. K.C. and Jo are two hardened female ex-cons who decide to build a marina on a lake in backwoods Texas to start a life for themselves, only to be hassled by the redneck locals who do not like outsiders, and that the lakeshore is their own regular hangout. But K.C. and Jo's worst troubles come from Junior, a slow-witted psycho redneck who gets the O.K. from his equally demented mother to kill the two.
Who’s in it. Junior stars Suzanne DeLaurentiis as K.C., Linda Singer as Jo, Jeremy Ratchford as Junior and Michael McKeever as Bud, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.2/10, Junior has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Junior page.
If you liked it. Fans of Junior tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Junior (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Junior change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Junior worth watching?
- Junior holds an audience score of 3.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Junior?
- Junior stars Suzanne DeLaurentiis, Linda Singer, Jeremy Ratchford, Michael McKeever and Cotton Mather.
- When was Junior released?
- Junior was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.