Ben Is Back
"One family. One day."
Originally released in 2018. Ben Is Back is a drama film. directed by Peter Hedges.
Starring Julia Roberts, Lucas Hedges, and Courtney B. Vance
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 5, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
1h 43m
103 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (951 votes)
Budget
$13M
Production budget
Box Office
$12.6M
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Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $13,000,000
- Revenue
- $12,616,995
Production Companies
- Black Bear Pictures
- Color Force
- 30WEST
- Sierra/Affinity
- LD Entertainment
- Roadside Attractions
- Lionsgate
Frequently Asked Questions
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 turb...
Who directed Ben Is Back?
Ben Is Back was directed by Peter Hedges.
How long is Ben Is Back?
Ben Is Back has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
When was Ben Is Back released?
Ben Is Back was released on December 5, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Ben Is Back?
The main cast of Ben Is Back includes Julia Roberts, Lucas Hedges, Courtney B. Vance, Kathryn Newton, Rachel Bay Jones.
Is Ben Is Back worth watching?
Ben Is Back has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 951 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.