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Family Matters (1989)

TV show24minsRated G

IMDb6.6/ 10CTV score6.7/ 10

Where to watch Family Matters in Australia

Family Matters is streaming in Australia on HBO Max (seasons 1 to 9, subscription). You can also buy seasons on Apple TV from $24.99.

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Availability checked 8 November 2026. Streaming availability data from JustWatch.

Family Matters seasons and where to watch them

SeasonReleasedStreaming onFree onBuy from
Season 9Released1997Streaming onHBO MaxFree onNoneBuy fromApple TV $24.99
Season 8Released1996Streaming onHBO MaxFree onNoneBuy fromApple TV $24.99
Season 7Released1995Streaming onHBO MaxFree onNoneBuy fromApple TV $24.99
Season 6Released1994Streaming onHBO MaxFree onNoneBuy fromApple TV $24.99
Season 5Released1993Streaming onHBO MaxFree onNoneBuy fromApple TV $24.99
Season 4Released1992Streaming onHBO MaxFree onNoneBuy fromApple TV $24.99
Season 3Released1991Streaming onHBO MaxFree onNoneBuy fromApple TV $24.99
Season 2Released1990Streaming onHBO MaxFree onNoneBuy fromApple TV $24.99
Season 1Released1989Streaming onHBO MaxFree onNoneBuy fromApple TV $24.99

About Family Matters

A long-running dramedy centering on the Winslow family, a middle-class African American family living in Chicago, and their pesky next-door neighbor, ultra-nerd Steve Urkel. A spin-off of Perfect Strangers.

Year
1989
Genres
Drama, Sci-Fi, Comedy, Family, Documentary, Kids
Runtime
24mins
Rated
G
Network
ABC, CBS
Status
Ended
Seasons
9

Family Matters air dates

First aired
Season 9 premiered
Final episode aired

Air dates: TMDB.

Cast and crew of Family Matters

  • Reginald VelJohnsonas Carl Winslow(215 episodes)
  • Jo Marie Paytonas Harriette Winslow(204 episodes)
  • Rosetta LeNoireas Estelle Winslow(159 episodes)
  • Darius McCraryas Eddie Winslow(215 episodes)
  • Kellie Shanygne Williamsas Laura Winslow(215 episodes)
  • Bryton Jamesas Richie Crawford(144 episodes)
  • Jaimee Foxworthas Judy Winslow(97 episodes)
  • Jaleel Whiteas Steve Urkel(208 episodes)
  • Joseph Wrightas Richie Crawford(22 episodes)
  • Julius Wrightas Richie Crawford(22 episodes)
  • Telma Hopkinsas Rachel Crawford(92 episodes)
  • Kristoff St. Johnas D'Andre(1 episodes)
  • Tracey Cherelle Jonesas Toni(1 episodes)
  • Christel Khalilas Angela(1 episodes)
  • Jeffrey Aschas Loomis(1 episodes)
Created by
Michael Warren, William Bickley
Director
Richard Correll, John Tracy, Joel Zwick, Peter Baldwin, John Bowab, Gerren Keith, James O'Keefe, Kelly Sandefur, David W. Duclon, Jeffrey Ganz, Mark Linn-Baker, Jason Bateman

Cast and crew: TMDB.

Got a question about Family Matters?

Is Family Matters on Netflix in Australia?

No, Family Matters is not on Netflix in Australia right now. It is streaming on HBO Max.

Can I watch Family Matters for free in Australia?

No, Family Matters is not on a free service in Australia right now. You can stream it on HBO Max and buy it on Apple TV from $24.99.

How many seasons of Family Matters are there?

Family Matters has 9 seasons. The latest, season 9, was released on 19 September 1997.

Where can I watch Family Matters season 9 in Australia?

Season 9 is the latest season of Family Matters. It is streaming on HBO Max in Australia. You can also buy it on Apple TV from $24.99. It was released on 19 September 1997.