The Boys Are Back(2009)
“Inspired by a true story.”
Overview
When the wife of sports-writer Joe Warr dies of cancer, he takes on the responsibility of raising their 6-year-old son, and his teenage son from a previous marriage. As Joe rejects the counsel of his mother-in-law and other parents, he develops his own philosophies on parenting.
Director
Scott Hicks
Studio
Australian Film Finance Corporation
Cast
Clive Owen
as Joe Warr
Laura Fraser
as Katy Warr
Emma Booth
as Laura
George MacKay
as Harry Warr
Emma Lung
as Mia
Natasha Little
as Flick
Julia Blake
as Barbara
Nicholas McAnulty
as Artie
Chris Haywood
as Tom
Lewis Fitz-Gerald
as Tim Walker
Tommy Bastow
as Harry's Friend
Rupert Simonian
as Harry's Friend
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2009
Runtime
1h 44m
Language
English
Rating
6.3 / 10
Production Companies
Australian Film Finance Corporation • BBC Film • Hopscotch Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Boys Are Back?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Boys Are Back (2009).
What is The Boys Are Back about?▼
When the wife of sports-writer Joe Warr dies of cancer, he takes on the responsibility of raising their 6-year-old son, and his teenage son from a previous marriage. As Joe rejects the counsel of his mother-in-law and other parents, he develops his own philosophies on parenting.
Who directed The Boys Are Back?▼
The Boys Are Back was directed by Scott Hicks and released in 2009. It is a drama film.
How long is The Boys Are Back?▼
The Boys Are Back has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
Who stars in The Boys Are Back?▼
The cast of The Boys Are Back includes Clive Owen as Joe Warr, Laura Fraser as Katy Warr, Emma Booth as Laura, George MacKay as Harry Warr, Emma Lung as Mia and more.
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