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The Boys Are Back

"Inspired by a true story."

September 25, 2009 1h 44m 6.3/10 (188 votes)

Originally released in 2009. The Boys Are Back is a drama film. directed by Scott Hicks.

Starring Clive Owen, Laura Fraser, and Emma Booth

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 25, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 1h 44m 104 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (188 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Australia + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Australian Film Finance Corporation
  • BBC Film
  • Hopscotch Productions
  • Screen Australia
  • Southern Light Films
  • Tiger Aspect
  • South Australian Film Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

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 h...

Who directed The Boys Are Back?

The Boys Are Back was directed by Scott Hicks.

How long is The Boys Are Back?

The Boys Are Back has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).

When was The Boys Are Back released?

The Boys Are Back was released on September 25, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Boys Are Back?

The main cast of The Boys Are Back includes Clive Owen, Laura Fraser, Emma Booth, George MacKay, Emma Lung.

Is The Boys Are Back worth watching?

The Boys Are Back has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 188 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.