The Book of Henry(2017)
“Never leave things undone.”
Overview
Susan, a single mother of two, works as a waitress in a small town. Her son, Henry, is an 11-year-old genius who not only manages the family finances but acts as emotional support for his mother and younger brother. When Henry discovers that the girl next door has a terrible secret, he implores Susan to take matters into her own hands.
Director
Colin Trevorrow
Studio
Sidney Kimmel Entertainment
Budget
$10M
Revenue
$5M
Cast
Naomi Watts
as Susan Carpenter
Jaeden Martell
as Henry Carpenter
Jacob Tremblay
as Peter Carpenter
Sarah Silverman
as Sheila
Lee Pace
as Dr. David Daniels
Maddie Ziegler
as Christina
Dean Norris
as Glenn Sickleman
Bobby Moynihan
as John
Tonya Pinkins
as Principal Wilder
Geraldine Hughes
as Mrs. Evans
Maxwell Simkins
as Tommy
Jackson Nicoll
as Morris
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2017
Runtime
1h 45m
Language
English
Rating
7.5 / 10
Budget
$10M
Box Office
$5M
Production Companies
Sidney Kimmel Entertainment • Double Nickel Entertainment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Book of Henry?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Book of Henry (2017).
What is The Book of Henry about?▼
Susan, a single mother of two, works as a waitress in a small town. Her son, Henry, is an 11-year-old genius who not only manages the family finances but acts as emotional support for his mother and younger brother. When Henry discovers that the girl next door has a terrible secret, he implores Susan to take matters into her own hands.
Who directed The Book of Henry?▼
The Book of Henry was directed by Colin Trevorrow and released in 2017. It is a drama, thriller, mystery film.
How long is The Book of Henry?▼
The Book of Henry has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
Who stars in The Book of Henry?▼
The cast of The Book of Henry includes Naomi Watts as Susan Carpenter, Jaeden Martell as Henry Carpenter, Jacob Tremblay as Peter Carpenter, Sarah Silverman as Sheila, Lee Pace as Dr. David Daniels and more.
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