

Howard the Duck (1986)
Overview
A scientific experiment unknowingly brings extraterrestrial life forms to the Earth through a laser beam. First is the cigar-smoking drake, Howard, from the duck's planet. A few kids try to keep him from the greedy scientists and help him back to his planet, but then a much less friendly being arrives through the beam...
Where to watch Howard the Duck
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | YouTube Free | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky, YouTube | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky, YouTube |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, Fetch TV | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV, Sky, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Sky, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| India | — | Amazon Video | — |
| Germany | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, maxdome +1 | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, maxdome |
| France | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, ARTE VOD | Apple TV, Amazon Video, ARTE VOD |
| Spain | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Howard the Duck in 51 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Howard the Duck about?
A scientific experiment unknowingly brings extraterrestrial life forms to the Earth through a laser beam. First is the cigar-smoking drake, Howard, from the duck's planet. A few kids try to keep him from the greedy scientists and help him back to his planet, but then a much less friendly being arrives through the beam... Howard the Duck is a Comedy, Adventure, Science Fiction movie, released on 1986-08-01, runtime 110 minutes.
Is Howard the Duck worth watching?
TMDB users rate Howard the Duck 5.5 out of 10 from 1,191 ratings. Reviews are mixed.
Where can I watch Howard the Duck?
In the United Kingdom, Howard the Duck is free to watch on YouTube Free and can be rented from Apple TV and Amazon Video. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Willard Huyck
Cast
- Lea Thompson as Beverly Switzler
- Jeffrey Jones as Dr. Walter Jenning
- Tim Robbins as Phil Blumburtt
- Ed Gale as Howard T. Duck
- Chip Zien as Howard T. Duck (voice)
- Tim Rose as Howard T. Duck
- Steve Sleap as Howard T. Duck
- Peter Baird as Howard T. Duck
- Mary Wells as Howard T. Duck
- Lisa Sturz as Howard T. Duck
- Jordan Prentice as Howard T. Duck
- Paul Guilfoyle as Lieutenant Welker
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Sources
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