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Buster

1988Movie1 h 42 min

57

DecentGoodWatch score

57

DecentGoodWatch score

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Summary

Buster is a small time crook who pulls a big time job. When he finds that the police will not let the case drop, he goes into hiding and can't contact his wife and child. He arranges to meet them in Mexico where he thinks they can begin again, but finds that he must choose between his family and freedom.

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Friends night
Teens

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Not for scares.

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Cast

19 of 19

Crew

Directed by: David Green
Written by: Colin Shindler
Produced by: Norma Heyman, Redmond Morris
Music by: Anne Dudley

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Facts

September 16, 1988 · 1 h 42 min · Violence, Strong Language

Released: September 16, 1988
Runtime: 1 h 42 min
Content: Violence, Strong Language
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Crime
Original language: English
Made in: United Kingdom
Available in: 8 countries
Keywords: based on true story

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Buster?"

Questions about Buster

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Where can I stream Buster?

In the United States, Buster streams on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo, and it is free with ads on Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. It also streams in 5 other countries.

Is Buster worth watching?

57

DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57 (IMDb 5.9).

Will Buster make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is Buster good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.