The Cider House Rules
"A story about how far we must travel to find the place where we belong."
Originally released in 1999. The Cider House Rules is a drama film. directed by Lasse Hallström. With a runtime of 2h 6m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Tobey Maguire, Charlize Theron, and Michael Caine
Synopsis
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?
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 17, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
2h 6m
126 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (1,245 votes)
Budget
$24M
Production budget
Box Office
$88.5M
3.7x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $24,000,000
- Revenue
- $88,500,000
Production Companies
- Miramax
- Nina Saxon Film Design
- FilmColony
Frequently Asked Questions
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, phy...
Who directed The Cider House Rules?
The Cider House Rules was directed by Lasse Hallström.
How long is The Cider House Rules?
The Cider House Rules has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
When was The Cider House Rules released?
The Cider House Rules was released on December 17, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Cider House Rules?
The main cast of The Cider House Rules includes Tobey Maguire, Charlize Theron, Michael Caine, Delroy Lindo, Paul Rudd.
Is The Cider House Rules worth watching?
The Cider House Rules has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 1,245 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.