Where can I watch Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987)?

In US, Planes, Trains and Automobiles is available to stream on Philo and AMC+ Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is Planes, Trains and Automobiles worth watching?

Planes, Trains and Automobiles holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.

Who stars in Planes, Trains and Automobiles?

Planes, Trains and Automobiles stars Steve Martin, John Candy, Laila Robins, Michael McKean and Dylan Baker.

When was Planes, Trains and Automobiles released?

Planes, Trains and Automobiles was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.

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Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987): cast, story & where to watch

1987 · Film · ★ 7.2

Released in 1987, Planes, Trains and Automobiles is a comedy film directed by John Hughes, running about 93 minutes. “What he really wanted was to spend Thanksgiving with his family. What he got was three days with the turkey.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. An irritable marketing executive, Neal Page, is heading home to Chicago for Thanksgiving when a number of delays force him to travel with a well meaning but overbearing shower ring curtain salesman, Del Griffith.

Who’s in it. Planes, Trains and Automobiles stars Steve Martin as Neal Page, John Candy as Del Griffith, Laila Robins as Susan Page and Michael McKean as State Trooper, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Planes, Trains and Automobiles has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $49.5M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo and AMC+ Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Planes, Trains and Automobiles page.

If you liked it. Fans of Planes, Trains and Automobiles tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987)?: In US, Planes, Trains and Automobiles is available to stream on Philo and AMC+ Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Planes, Trains and Automobiles worth watching?: Planes, Trains and Automobiles holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Planes, Trains and Automobiles?: Planes, Trains and Automobiles stars Steve Martin, John Candy, Laila Robins, Michael McKean and Dylan Baker.
When was Planes, Trains and Automobiles released?: Planes, Trains and Automobiles was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.