Ben Is Back (2018)
Movie 1h 43m ★ 6.6/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something
Dating from 2018, Ben Is Back sits in the drama corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Peter Hedges. The cast includes Courtney B. Vance, Tim Guinee and Kathryn Newton. The running time is 1h 43m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.6 out of 10.
Synopsis
19-year-old Ben Burns unexpectedly returns home to his family's suburban home on Christmas Eve morning. Ben's mother, Holly, is relieved and welcoming but wary of her son staying clean. Over a turbulent 24 hours, new truths are revealed, and a mother's undying love for her son is tested as she does everything in her power to keep him safe.
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Cast & crew
- Peter HedgesDirector
- Courtney B. Vanceas Mr. Beeby
- Tim Guineeas Phil
- Kathryn Newtonas Ivy Burns
- Lucas Hedgesas Ben Burns
- Rachel Bay Jonesas Beth Conyers
- Julia Robertsas Holly Burns
- Michael Esperas Clayton
- Myra Lucretia Tayloras Sally
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Questions about Ben Is Back
- What genre is Ben Is Back?
- Ben Is Back is categorised as Drama.
- Who stars in Ben Is Back?
- Courtney B. Vance, Tim Guinee, Kathryn Newton, Lucas Hedges, Rachel Bay Jones appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Ben Is Back?
- Peter Hedges directed Ben Is Back.
- How long is Ben Is Back?
- Ben Is Back runs for 1h 43m (103 minutes).
- Is Ben Is Back worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.6/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Ben Is Back?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
