Annie (1982): cast, story & where to watch

1982 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 1982, Annie is a comedy, adventure, family and music film directed by John Huston, running about 130 minutes.

What it’s about. An orphan in a facility run by the mean Miss Hannigan (Carol Burnett), Annie (Aileen Quinn) believes that her parents left her there by mistake. When a rich man named Oliver "Daddy" Warbucks (Albert Finney) decides to let an orphan live at his home to promote his image, Annie is selected. While Annie gets accustomed to living in Warbucks' mansion, she still longs to meet her parents. So Warbucks announces a search for them and a reward, which brings out many frauds.

Who’s in it. Annie stars Aileen Quinn, Albert Finney, Carol Burnett and Bernadette Peters, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Annie sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $9.8K at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Annie page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Annie (1982)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Annie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Annie worth watching?
Annie holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, adventure, family and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Annie?
Annie stars Aileen Quinn, Albert Finney, Carol Burnett, Bernadette Peters and Ann Reinking.
When was Annie released?
Annie was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.