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Instant Family

7.520181h 58m12AMovieComedyDrama

When Pete and Ellie decide to start a family, they stumble into the world of foster care adoption. They hope to take in one small child but when they meet three siblings, including a rebellious 15 year old girl, they find themselves speeding from zero to three kids overnight.

DirectorSean Anders
WritersJohn Morris·Sean Anders
ProducersMark Wahlberg·Helen Pollak

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Sean Anders

MWMark Wahlberg
Mark Wahlberg
Pete Wagner
RBRose Byrne
Rose Byrne
Ellie Wagner
ARAllyn Rachel
Allyn Rachel
Kim
IMIsabela Merced
Isabela Merced
Elizabeth “Lizzy” Viara
JHJulie Hagerty
Julie Hagerty
Jan
TNTig Notaro
Tig Notaro
Sharon
OSOctavia Spencer
Octavia Spencer
Karen
GEGustavo Escobar
Gustavo Escobar
Juan Viara
MMMargo Martindale
Margo Martindale
Sandy Wagner
JGJulianna Gamiz
Julianna Gamiz
Lita Viara
TSTom Segura
Tom Segura
Russ
BRBritt Rentschler
Britt Rentschler
Linda

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Instant Family — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Instant Family?

Instant Family is streaming on Netflix, Sky Go and Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store.

Is Instant Family on Netflix?

Yes — Instant Family is available on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Is Instant Family on Amazon Prime Video?

Instant Family isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Instant Family for free?

Instant Family is available on Netflix and Sky Go in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Instant Family based on a true story?

Yes — Instant Family is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).