---
title: "Buster"
year: 1988
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/buster-1988"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 24782
imdb_id: "tt0094819"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 102
community_rating: 5.6
vote_count: 96
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Buster (1988) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/buster-1988

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Buster is a 1988 British romantic crime comedy-drama film released in Great Britain on September 16, 1988, and starring Phil Collins. The film has a runtime of one hour and forty-two minutes and belongs to the comedy, romance, and crime genres. The story follows a small time crook named Buster who pulls a big time job. When he finds that the police will not let the case drop, he goes into hiding and is unable to contact his wife and child. He eventually arranges to meet them in Mexico where he thinks they can begin again, but he soon finds that he must make a difficult choice between his family and his freedom. According to available reference material, the film is based on events from the Great Train Robbery of 1963.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus | Tubi TV | Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Rakuten TV, Plex, Pluto TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David Green
- **Networks / Studios**: Buster Productions, The Movie Group, NFH Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Phil Collins** as *Buster Edwards*
- **Julie Walters** as *June Edwards*
- **Larry Lamb** as *Bruce Reynolds*
- **Ralph Brown** as *Ronny Biggs*
- **Christopher Ellison** as *George*
- **Sheila Hancock** as *Mrs. Rothery*
- **Martin Jarvis** as *Inspector Jack Mitchell*
- **Anthony Quayle** as *Sir James McDowell*
- **Michael Byrne** as *Poyser*
- **Ellie Beaven** as *Nicky Edwards*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Buster online?
Buster is currently available to watch or stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Buster worth watching?
Buster holds a community rating of 5.6/10 based on 96 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Romance for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Buster and when was it released?
Buster is a feature film with a runtime of 102 minutes. It was released in 1988. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Buster?
Buster was directed by David Green.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Buster — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/24782)
- [Buster (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buster_(film))
- [10 Best Martial Arts Movies Of The 80s, Ranked](https://screenrant.com/best-martial-arts-movies-80s-ranked/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*