Junebug (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 6.6

Junebug poster

Released in 2005, Junebug is a comedy and drama film directed by Phil Morrison, running about 106 minutes.

What it’s about. On the way to meet with an independent artist in the South, newlywed art dealer Madeleine is convinced by her husband, George, that they should stop to meet his family in North Carolina. Madeleine's affluent lifestyle clashes with the family, but she befriends George's wide-eyed and pregnant sister-in-law, Ashley, who is nearing her due date. Through the family, Madeleine gains greater insight into George's character.

Who’s in it. Junebug stars Amy Adams as Ashley, Embeth Davidtz as Madeleine, Ben McKenzie as Johnny and Alessandro Nivola as George, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Junebug has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Junebug page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Junebug (2005)?
In US, Junebug is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Junebug worth watching?
Junebug holds an audience score of 6.6 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 Junebug?
Junebug stars Amy Adams, Embeth Davidtz, Ben McKenzie, Alessandro Nivola and Celia Weston.
When was Junebug released?
Junebug was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.