Ben Is Back(2018)
“One family. One day.”
Overview
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.
Director
Peter Hedges
Studio
Black Bear Pictures
Budget
$13M
Revenue
$13M
Cast
Julia Roberts
as Holly Burns
Lucas Hedges
as Ben Burns
Courtney B. Vance
as Mr. Beeby
Kathryn Newton
as Ivy Burns
Rachel Bay Jones
as Beth Conyers
David Zaldivar
as Spencer 'Spider' Webbs
Alexandra Park
as Cara K.
Michael Esper
as Clayton
Tim Guinee
as Phil
Myra Lucretia Taylor
as Sally
Kristin Griffith
as Mrs. Crane
Jack Davidson
as Dr. Crane
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2018
Runtime
1h 43m
Language
English
Rating
6.6 / 10
Budget
$13M
Box Office
$13M
Production Companies
Black Bear Pictures • Color Force • 30WEST
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Where can I watch Ben Is Back?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Ben Is Back (2018).
What is Ben Is Back about?▼
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.
Who directed Ben Is Back?▼
Ben Is Back was directed by Peter Hedges and released in 2018. It is a drama film.
How long is Ben Is Back?▼
Ben Is Back has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
Who stars in Ben Is Back?▼
The cast of Ben Is Back includes Julia Roberts as Holly Burns, Lucas Hedges as Ben Burns, Courtney B. Vance as Mr. Beeby, Kathryn Newton as Ivy Burns, Rachel Bay Jones as Beth Conyers and more.
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