The Arrival (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2017, The Arrival is a comedy film directed by Jocelyn DeBoer, running about 17 minutes. “Mommy!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A little boy feels betrayed when his mother has another son and decides to give her a taste of her own medicine -- by summoning another mother.
Who’s in it. The Arrival stars Elias Harger as Thomas, Michael McMillian as Arthur, Jocelyn DeBoer as Karen and Dawn Luebbe as New Mommy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Arrival sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Arrival page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Arrival tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Arrival (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Arrival change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Arrival worth watching?
- The Arrival holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Arrival?
- The Arrival stars Elias Harger, Michael McMillian, Jocelyn DeBoer, Dawn Luebbe and Matthew Scott Montgomery.
- When was The Arrival released?
- The Arrival was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.