Cocoon (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1985, Cocoon is a comedy, drama and science fiction film directed by Ron Howard, running about 117 minutes. “Beyond the innocence of youth, and the wisdom of age, lies the wonder of... Cocoon” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a group of trespassing seniors swim in a pool containing alien cocoons, they find themselves energized with youthful vigor.
Who’s in it. Cocoon stars Steve Guttenberg as Jack Bonner, Tahnee Welch as Kitty, Brian Dennehy as Walter and Don Ameche as Arthur Selwyn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Cocoon has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $85.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cocoon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cocoon tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cocoon (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cocoon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cocoon worth watching?
- Cocoon holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cocoon?
- Cocoon stars Steve Guttenberg, Tahnee Welch, Brian Dennehy, Don Ameche and Wilford Brimley.
- When was Cocoon released?
- Cocoon was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.