Cousin Bobby (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1992, Cousin Bobby is a documentary film directed by Jonathan Demme, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Robert Castle is the idealistic pastor of St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Harlem, and also the cousin of filmmaker Jonathan Demme. Demme's affectionate portrait of his cousin traces Castle's story, beginning with his first parish assignment, in New Jersey in the early 1960s, in an increasingly African-American-populated neighborhood rocked by violence and civil rights protests. The film raises intimate discussions of race, faith and family, while also showing Castle's daily routine as a pastor.
Who’s in it. Cousin Bobby stars Robert W. Castle as Himself and Jonathan Demme as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Cousin Bobby 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 Cousin Bobby page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cousin Bobby tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cousin Bobby (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cousin Bobby change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cousin Bobby worth watching?
- Cousin Bobby holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cousin Bobby?
- Cousin Bobby stars Robert W. Castle and Jonathan Demme.
- When was Cousin Bobby released?
- Cousin Bobby was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.