My Favorite Martian (1999)
Overview
Ambitious television reporter Tim O'Hara stumbles upon a martian whose spaceship has accidentally crashed on Earth. Thinking this is his ticket to a Pulitzer Prize, Tim makes plans to expose the martian, who, posing as Tim's Uncle Martin, takes human form and has plans of his own. In fact, all of Tim's efforts to divulge the truth are systematically thwarted by the resourceful alien, who ultimately recruits Tim to help him repair his ship for a return to Mars.
Where to watch My Favorite Martian
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Disney Plus | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, YouTube | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Canada | Disney Plus | Apple TV, YouTube, Amazon Video | Apple TV, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Australia | Disney Plus | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | Disney Plus | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| South Africa | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| France | — | Apple TV, YouTube, Amazon Video | Apple TV, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Spain | — | Rakuten TV, Amazon Video | Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Netherlands | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists My Favorite Martian in 33 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is My Favorite Martian about?
Ambitious television reporter Tim O'Hara stumbles upon a martian whose spaceship has accidentally crashed on Earth. Thinking this is his ticket to a Pulitzer Prize, Tim makes plans to expose the martian, who, posing as Tim's Uncle Martin, takes human form and has plans of his own. In fact, all of Tim's efforts to divulge the truth are systematically thwarted by the resourceful alien, who ultimately recruits Tim to help him repair his ship for a return to Mars. My Favorite Martian is a Comedy, Family, Science Fiction movie, released on 1999-02-11, runtime 94 minutes.
Is My Favorite Martian worth watching?
TMDB users rate My Favorite Martian 5.7 out of 10 from 368 ratings. Reviews are mixed.
Where can I watch My Favorite Martian?
In the United States, My Favorite Martian streams on Disney Plus and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. 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
Donald Petrie
Cast
- Christopher Lloyd as Uncle Martin
- Jeff Daniels as Tim O'Hara
- Elizabeth Hurley as Brace Channing
- Daryl Hannah as Lizzie
- Wallace Shawn as Coleye
- Christine Ebersole as Mrs. Brown
- Michael Lerner as Mr. Channing
- Ray Walston as Armitan
- Shelley Malil as Felix
- Jeremy Hotz as Billy
- T.K. Carter as Lenny
- Dawn Maxey as Salesgirl
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Sources
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