The 'Burbs

1989, Movie, 1h 42min

When secretive new neighbors move in next door, suburbanite Ray Peterson and his friends let their paranoia get the best of them as they start to suspect the newcomers of evildoings and commence an investigation. But it's hardly how Ray, who much prefers drinking beer, reading his newspaper and watching a ball game on the tube expected to spend his vacation.

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6.8

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Critic Kim Newman

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One of Tom Hanks' overlooked performances because this bizarre thriller-comedy ends so strangely but there's much to like here.

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Topeka suburbanite Ray Peterson just wants to spend his week-long vacation relaxing at home, but his plans are foiled when he becomes convinced that his new neighbors, the mysterious and reclusive Klopeks, are up to something sinister. As Ray and his friends investigate the Klopeks' strange behavior, they uncover a dark secret that threatens to turn their peaceful neighborhood into a bloodbath. Will Ray be able to uncover the truth behind the Klopeks' sinister facade before it's too late?

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You can stream The 'Burbs on: Netflix

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The 'Burbs was released in theaters on February 17, 1989.