The Descendants (2011)
Movie 1h 55m ★ 6.8/10
Good for tonight if you want to: make me laugh, i want to feel something
The Descendants is a comedy and drama movie from 2011. It is directed by Alexander Payne. The cast includes George Clooney, Michael Ontkean and Shailene Woodley. The running time is 1h 55m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.8 out of 10.
67Tonight Score Well rated.
Synopsis
With his wife Elizabeth on life support after a boating accident, Hawaiian land baron Matt King takes his daughters on a trip from Oahu to Kauai to confront a young real estate broker, who was having an affair with Elizabeth before her misfortune.
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Cast & crew
- Alexander PayneDirector
- George Clooneyas Matt King
- Michael Ontkeanas Cousin Milo
- Shailene Woodleyas Alexandra King
- Beau Bridgesas Cousin Hugh
- Matt Corboyas Cousin Ralph
- Amara Milleras Scottie King
- Nick Krauseas Sid
- Patricia Hastieas Elizabeth King
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Questions about The Descendants
- What genre is The Descendants?
- The Descendants is categorised as Comedy, Drama.
- Who stars in The Descendants?
- George Clooney, Michael Ontkean, Shailene Woodley, Beau Bridges, Matt Corboy appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Descendants?
- Alexander Payne directed The Descendants.
- How long is The Descendants?
- The Descendants runs for 1h 55m (115 minutes).
- Is The Descendants worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.8/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Descendants?
- 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.
