Benny & Joon (1993)
Kernel Score: 79% · 814 TMDB ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Comedy, Drama
Released: 1993-04-16
Runtime: 98 minutes
Where to watch Benny & Joon
- Stream: MGM+
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free, Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-11-12.
Overview
A mentally ill young woman finds her love in an eccentric man who models himself after Buster Keaton.
Benny & Joon parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Benny & Joon is a PG comedy-drama dealing with mental illness within a caring family relationship.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Jeremiah S. Chechik
Cast
- Johnny Depp as Sam
- Mary Stuart Masterson as Juniper 'Joon' Pearl
- Aidan Quinn as Benjamin 'Benny' Pearl
- Julianne Moore as Ruthie
- Oliver Platt as Eric
- CCH Pounder as Dr. Garvey
- Dan Hedaya as Thomas
- Joe Grifasi as Mike
- William H. Macy as Randy Burch
- Liane Curtis as Claudia
Benny & Joon FAQ
Is Benny & Joon good?
Benny & Joon has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
Where can I watch Benny & Joon?
In the US you can stream Benny & Joon on MGM+, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Benny & Joon OK for kids?
Benny & Joon is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Benny & Joon is a PG comedy-drama dealing with mental illness within a caring family relationship.
What movies are like Benny & Joon?
If you liked Benny & Joon, try Half Brothers, Juliet of the Spirits, My Brother Chases Dinosaurs and Being There.