Lost in Yonkers (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1993, Lost in Yonkers is a drama film directed by Martha Coolidge, running about 114 minutes. “This summer there's no better place to find yourself.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the summer of 1942 two young boys are sent to stay with their stern grandmother Kurnitz and their childlike aunt Bella in Yonkers, New York.
Who’s in it. Lost in Yonkers stars Richard Dreyfuss as Louie Kurnitz, Mercedes Ruehl as Bella Kurnitz, Irene Worth as Grandma Kurnitz and Brad Stoll as Jay Kurnitz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Lost in Yonkers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lost in Yonkers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lost in Yonkers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lost in Yonkers (1993)?
- In US, Lost in Yonkers is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Lost in Yonkers worth watching?
- Lost in Yonkers holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lost in Yonkers?
- Lost in Yonkers stars Richard Dreyfuss, Mercedes Ruehl, Irene Worth, Brad Stoll and Mike Damus.
- When was Lost in Yonkers released?
- Lost in Yonkers was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.