Checking Out (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1989, Checking Out is a comedy film directed by David Leland, running about 96 minutes. “Nine Out of Ten Doctors Say Ray Is Perfectly Healthy. But What Do They Know?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When his best friend dies of a heart attack, Ray Macklin becomes a man obsessed with his own mortality. Convinced that all his aches and pains are an indication of his imminent death, Ray's life turns into a slapstick farce of health-crazed anxiety and hypochondria.
Who’s in it. Checking Out stars Jeff Daniels as Ray Macklin, Melanie Mayron as Jenny Macklin, Michael Tucker as Harry Lardner and Kathleen York as Diana, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Checking Out has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Checking Out page.
If you liked it. Fans of Checking Out tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Checking Out (1989)?
- In US, Checking Out is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Checking Out worth watching?
- Checking Out holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Checking Out?
- Checking Out stars Jeff Daniels, Melanie Mayron, Michael Tucker, Kathleen York and Ann Magnuson.
- When was Checking Out released?
- Checking Out was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.