The Cider House Rules(1999)
“A story about how far we must travel to find the place where we belong.”
Overview
Homer is an orphan who was never adopted, becoming the favorite of orphanage director Dr. Larch. Dr. Larch imparts his full medical knowledge on Homer, who becomes a skilled, albeit unlicensed, physician. But Homer yearns for a self-chosen life outside the orphanage. What will Homer learn about life and love in the cider house? What of the destiny that Dr. Larch has planned for him?
Director
Lasse Hallström
Studio
Miramax
Budget
$24M
Revenue
$89M
Cast
Tobey Maguire
as Homer Wells
Charlize Theron
as Candy Kendall
Michael Caine
as Dr. Wilbur Larch
Delroy Lindo
as Arthur Rose
Paul Rudd
as Lt. Wally Worthington
Jane Alexander
as Nurse Edna
Kathy Baker
as Nurse Angela
Erykah Badu
as Rose Rose
Kieran Culkin
as Buster
Kate Nelligan
as Olive Worthington
Heavy D
as Peaches
J.K. Simmons
as Ray Kendall
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1999
Runtime
2h 6m
Language
English
Rating
7.1 / 10
Budget
$24M
Box Office
$89M
Production Companies
Miramax • Nina Saxon Film Design • FilmColony
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Cider House Rules?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Cider House Rules (1999).
What is The Cider House Rules about?▼
Homer is an orphan who was never adopted, becoming the favorite of orphanage director Dr. Larch. Dr. Larch imparts his full medical knowledge on Homer, who becomes a skilled, albeit unlicensed, physician. But Homer yearns for a self-chosen life outside the orphanage. What will Homer learn about life and love in the cider house? What of the destiny that Dr. Larch has planned for him?
Who directed The Cider House Rules?▼
The Cider House Rules was directed by Lasse Hallström and released in 1999. It is a drama film.
How long is The Cider House Rules?▼
The Cider House Rules has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
Who stars in The Cider House Rules?▼
The cast of The Cider House Rules includes Tobey Maguire as Homer Wells, Charlize Theron as Candy Kendall, Michael Caine as Dr. Wilbur Larch, Delroy Lindo as Arthur Rose, Paul Rudd as Lt. Wally Worthington and more.
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