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Problem Child

6.219901h 21mPGMovieComedy

Ben Healy and his social climbing wife Flo adopt fun-loving seven year old Junior. But they soon discover he's a little monster as he turns a camping trip, a birthday party and even a baseball game into comic nightmares.

DirectorDennis Dugan
WritersScott Alexander·Larry Karaszewski
ProducerRobert Simonds

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Cast · Directed by Dennis Dugan

JRJohn Ritter
John Ritter
Ben
JWJack Warden
Jack Warden
Big Ben
MOMichael J. Oliver
Michael J. Oliver
Junior
GGGilbert Gottfried
Gilbert Gottfried
Mr. Peabody
AYAmy Yasbeck
Amy Yasbeck
Flo
MRMichael Richards
Michael Richards
Martin Beck
PJPeter Jurasik
Peter Jurasik
Roy
CA
Charlotte Akin
Lorraine
AA
Anna Marie Allred
Kid #3
AA
Adam Anderly
Catcher
RA
Robert A. Anderson
Boy in Chair
CB
Cody Beard
2nd Baseman

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Problem Child — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Problem Child?

Problem Child is streaming on YouTube Free in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Problem Child on Netflix?

No, Problem Child is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. It's currently on YouTube Free.

Is Problem Child on Amazon Prime Video?

Problem Child 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 Problem Child for free?

Problem Child is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free in United Kingdom.

Is there a sequel to Problem Child?

Yes — Problem Child is followed by Problem Child 2 (1991) in the Problem Child Collection.

Is there a prequel to Problem Child?

Problem Child is the first film in the Problem Child Collection.

Is Problem Child part of a trilogy?

Yes — Problem Child is part of a trilogy, alongside Problem Child 2 (1991) and Problem Child 3 (1995).

How many movies are in the Problem Child Collection?

There are 3 films in the Problem Child Collection: Problem Child (1990), Problem Child 2 (1991) and Problem Child 3 (1995).