Where can I watch Next of Kin (1984)?

In GB, Next of Kin is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is Next of Kin worth watching?

Next of Kin holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in Next of Kin?

Next of Kin stars Patrick Tierney, Berj Fazalian, Sirvart Fazlian, Arsinée Khanjian and Margaret Loveys.

When was Next of Kin released?

Next of Kin was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.

FeatureComedy Drama

Next of Kin (1984): cast, story & where to watch

1984 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1984, Next of Kin is a comedy and drama film directed by Atom Egoyan, running about 70 minutes.

What it’s about. Twenty-three-year old Peter Foster is an only child who lives at home, where he constantly hears his parents arguing. Because Peter does nothing all day, the family goes to a clinic where a therapist videotapes them. After Peter watches his tape, he views the tape of a troubled Armenian family, who gave their only son away for adoption when they arrived in Canada. Peter decides to visit this family, and he pretends to be their son, Bedros Deryan. The Deryan family welcomes him with open arms, and Peter tries to patch up the poor relationship between George Deryan and his daughter Azah.

Who’s in it. Next of Kin stars Patrick Tierney as Peter Foster/Bedros Deryan, Berj Fazalian as George Deryan, Sirvart Fazlian as Sonya Deryan and Arsinée Khanjian as Azah Deryan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Next of Kin has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Curzon Home Cinema. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Next of Kin page.

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

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Next of Kin (1984)?: In GB, Next of Kin is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Next of Kin worth watching?: Next of Kin holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Next of Kin?: Next of Kin stars Patrick Tierney, Berj Fazalian, Sirvart Fazlian, Arsinée Khanjian and Margaret Loveys.
When was Next of Kin released?: Next of Kin was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.