---
title: "Harry & Son"
year: 1984
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/harry-son-1984"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 91767
imdb_id: "tt0087386"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 117
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 73
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Harry & Son (1984) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/harry-son-1984

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: Harry & Son
Release Date: 03/02/1984 (US)
Genre: Drama
Rating: PG
Runtime: 1h 57m
Cast:
Paul Newman as Harry Keach
Robby Benson as Howard Keach
Ellen Barkin as Katie Wilowski
Plot:
Harry Keach is a widower and construction worker.
He values working for a living.
He has a strained relationship with his daughter Nina because he does not approve of her husband.
He takes a dim view of his sensitive son Howard's lackadaisical lifestyle.
Harry is fired from his job, which leads him to focus on the relationships around him.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | MGM Amazon Channel | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Paul Newman
- **Networks / Studios**: Orion Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Paul Newman** as *Harry Keach*
- **Robby Benson** as *Howard Keach*
- **Ellen Barkin** as *Katie Wilowski*
- **Wilford Brimley** as *Tom Keach*
- **Judith Ivey** as *Sally*
- **Ossie Davis** as *Raymond*
- **Morgan Freeman** as *Siemanowski*
- **Katherine Borowitz** as *Nina*
- **Maury Chaykin** as *Lawrence*
- **Joanne Woodward** as *Lilly*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Harry & Son online?
Harry & Son is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Harry & Son worth watching?
Harry & Son holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 73 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Harry & Son and when was it released?
Harry & Son is a feature film with a runtime of 117 minutes. It was released in 1984. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Harry & Son?
Harry & Son was directed by Paul Newman.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Harry & Son — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/91767)
- [Harry & Son (1984) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087386/fullcredits/)
- [Harry & Son (1984) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/91767-harry-son/cast)
- [Harry & Son (1984) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/harry-and-son/credits)
- [Harry & Son - movie: where to watch stream online](https://www.justwatch.com/)
- [Harry & Son Cast: Paul Newman, Robby Benson, Ellen Barkin](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/harry-son/1015113/credits/)

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