Staying Together (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1989, Staying Together is a comedy and drama film directed by Lee Grant, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. After their father abruptly sells the beloved family-owned restaurant that has employed them for years, the charismatic McDermott boys - hot-tempered Brian (Quill), lovelorn Kit (Mulroney) and jokester Duncan (Astin) - find themselves at odds with their parents and each other.
Who’s in it. Staying Together stars Sean Astin as Duncan McDermott, Stockard Channing as Nancy Trainer, Melinda Dillon as Eileen McDermott and Jim Haynie as Jake McDermott, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Staying Together has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Staying Together page.
If you liked it. Fans of Staying Together tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Staying Together (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Staying Together change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Staying Together worth watching?
- Staying Together holds an audience score of 5.3 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 Staying Together?
- Staying Together stars Sean Astin, Stockard Channing, Melinda Dillon, Jim Haynie and Daphne Zuniga.
- When was Staying Together released?
- Staying Together was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.