description Problem Child Overview
Problem Child is a 1990 comedy film centered on Ben Healy’s decision to adopt a son, Junior, following his wife's infertility. The adopted boy quickly proves to be a chaotic and troublesome child, disrupting the Healy family’s life. John Ritter and Michael Oliver star in this feature directed by Dennis Dugan.
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info Problem Child Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1990 |
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What is the plot of Problem Child?
The 1990 comedy follows Ben Healy, who adopts Junior after learning that his wife cannot have children. Junior, played by Michael Oliver, creates escalating chaos in the Healy household and tests Ben's attempt to build a family.
Who plays Ben Healy and Junior in Problem Child?
John Ritter plays adoptive father Ben Healy, while Michael Oliver plays Junior. Jack Warden, Gilbert Gottfried, Amy Yasbeck, and Michael Richards are also part of the main cast of the 1990 film.
Who directed Problem Child, and which studio released it?
Dennis Dugan directed Problem Child in his feature directorial debut, and Imagine Entertainment produced it for release through Universal Pictures. The film opened in 1990 and runs for about 81 minutes.
Does Problem Child have a sequel?
Yes. Problem Child 2 was released theatrically in 1991 with John Ritter and Michael Oliver returning, followed by the television film Problem Child 3: Junior in Love on NBC in 1995. [Universal's home-video page identifies Problem Child 2](https://www.universalpicturesathome.com/movies/problem-child-2).
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