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Modern Problems

5.419811h 29mPGMovieComedyScience FictionRomance

Jealous, harried air traffic controller Max Fielder, recently dumped by his girlfriend, comes into contact with nuclear waste and is granted the power of telekinesis, which he uses to not only win her back, but to gain a little revenge.

DirectorKen Shapiro
WritersKen Shapiro·Arthur Sellers
ProducersAlan Greisman·Douglas Kenney

Where to watch

Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ken Shapiro

CCChevy Chase
Chevy Chase
Max Fielder
PDPatti D'Arbanville
Patti D'Arbanville
Darcy
DCDabney Coleman
Dabney Coleman
Mark Winslow
MPMary Kay Place
Mary Kay Place
Lorraine
NCNell Carter
Nell Carter
Dorita
BDBrian Doyle-Murray
Brian Doyle-Murray
Brian Stills
MKMitch Kreindel
Mitch Kreindel
Barry
AS
Arthur Sellers
Mobile Supervisor
SHSandy Helberg
Sandy Helberg
Pete
NT
Neil Thompson
Controller #1
CI
Carl Irwin
Controller #2
RH
Ronald E. House
Vendor (as Ron House)

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Modern Problems — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Modern Problems?

Modern Problems isn't on any subscription service in Australia right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is Modern Problems on Netflix?

No, Modern Problems is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Modern Problems on Amazon Prime Video?

Modern Problems isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Modern Problems for free?

Modern Problems isn't available free in Australia; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.