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Stuart Saves His Family (1995): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Stuart Saves His Family is a 1995 comedy drama directed by Harold Ramis, starring Harris Yulin, Vincent D'Onofrio and Shirley Knight. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes and earned $912,082 worldwide. Critics gave it 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.3/10.

IMDb rating
5.3/10
worldwide gross
$912.1K
Metascore
54
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Stuart Saves His Family (1995) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 35m (95 min)
Director
Harold Ramis
Genres
Drama , Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Stuart Saves His Family About?

The premise of Stuart Saves His Family without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A quirky therapist, Stuart Smalley, sets out on a heartfelt journey to help his family overcome addiction and codependency. Armed with his signature self-help philosophy, "I'm good enough," he confronts their personal struggles with humor and compassion. This offbeat comedy-drama explores themes of family, redemption, and the challenges of helping those you love.

Stuart Saves His Family Themes & Keywords

· 15 tags
  • sketch comedy movie
  • sketch comedy
  • family relationships
  • live action
  • public access
  • dysfunctional family
  • avanti
  • hunting
  • drug abuse
  • accidental shooting
  • based on sketch comedy
  • alcohol
+3 more
  • based on tv series
  • based on book
  • character name in title
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Cast & crew

Stuart Saves His Family Cast

Harris Yulin leads the cast, with Vincent D'Onofrio and Shirley Knight. Directed by Harold Ramis; 10 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Harold Ramis

More films directed by Harold Ramis, best-rated first: Groundhog Day, National Lampoon's Vacation, The Ice Harvest and Multiplicity.

Full filmography
Ratings

Stuart Saves His Family Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Stuart Saves His Family 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.3/10.

Plot

Stuart Saves His Family Plot Summary

What happens in Stuart Saves His Family from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Stuart Smalley hosts a charming program on public access television, where he shares uplifting thoughts and affirmations. To make a living, he works as a waiter, but his commitment to a healthier lifestyle starts to complicate his day-to-day responsibilities. Always wearing a smile and eager to spread positivity, he often finds himself giving unsolicited advice to customers. As the narrative unfolds, we see him joking around about life alongside his wonderful friend, Julia, who is not only stunning but also highly successful. Though their bond isn’t romantic, she plays a significant role in supporting Stuart throughout his challenges.

Full summary

The whole story of Stuart Saves His Family, scene by scene

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Box office

Stuart Saves His Family Box Office

Stuart Saves His Family grossed $912,082 worldwide.

1995 box office

Worldwide gross

$912.1K

US & Canada
$912.1K
Videos

Stuart Saves His Family Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Stuart Saves His Family.

Stuart Saves His Family (1995) Official Trailer #1 - Comedy Movie HD
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Stuart Saves His Family?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in Stuart Saves His Family

2 cars on screen: the 1965 Avanti II and the 1966 Plymouth Belvedere.

  • 1965 Avanti II in Stuart Saves His Family 1965 Avanti II Minor role
  • 1966 Plymouth Belvedere in Stuart Saves His Family 1966 Plymouth Belvedere Minor role
Details

Stuart Saves His Family Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “アル・フランケンはMr.ヘルプマン” and “Rescate familiar”.

Also known as
  • アル・フランケンはMr.ヘルプマン
  • Rescate familiar
  • Stuart, a család megmentője
  • 家庭救星
  • Stuart salva la famiglia
  • Стюарт рятує свою сім’ю
  • Como Salvar Sua Família

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FAQ

Stuart Saves His Family FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Stuart Saves His Family, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Stuart Saves His Family?

Stuart Saves His Family runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

When was Stuart Saves His Family released?

Stuart Saves His Family was released on April 12, 1995.

Who directed Stuart Saves His Family?

Stuart Saves His Family was directed by Harold Ramis.

More films by Harold Ramis

Who is in the cast of Stuart Saves His Family?

Stuart Saves His Family stars Harris Yulin, Vincent D'Onofrio and Shirley Knight, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Stuart Saves His Family make at the box office?

Stuart Saves His Family grossed $912,082 worldwide.

How is Stuart Saves His Family rated?

Stuart Saves His Family has 5.3/10 on IMDb, 54 on Metacritic and 52% on TMDB.

Does Stuart Saves His Family have a post-credit scene?

No. Stuart Saves His Family has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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