Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1989, Honey, I Shrunk the Kids is a comedy, adventure, family and science fiction film directed by Joe Johnston, running about 93 minutes. “The most astonishing, innovative, backyard adventure of all time!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The scientist father of a teenage girl and boy accidentally shrinks his and two other neighborhood teens to the size of insects. Now the teens must fight diminutive dangers as the father searches for them.
Who’s in it. Honey, I Shrunk the Kids stars Rick Moranis as Wayne Szalinski, Matt Frewer as Big Russ Thompson, Marcia Strassman as Diane Szalinski and Kristine Sutherland as Mae Thompson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Honey, I Shrunk the Kids has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $222.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Honey, I Shrunk the Kids page.
If you liked it. Fans of Honey, I Shrunk the Kids tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Honey, I Shrunk the Kids change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Honey, I Shrunk the Kids worth watching?
- Honey, I Shrunk the Kids holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, adventure, family and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Honey, I Shrunk the Kids?
- Honey, I Shrunk the Kids stars Rick Moranis, Matt Frewer, Marcia Strassman, Kristine Sutherland and Thomas Wilson Brown.
- When was Honey, I Shrunk the Kids released?
- Honey, I Shrunk the Kids was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.