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Ben Is Back
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Ben Is Back

2018-12-05 · 103 min · ★ 6.6

Drama

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.

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Directors
Peter Hedges
Production companies
Black Bear Pictures, Color Force, 30WEST, Sierra/Affinity, LD Entertainment, Roadside Attractions, Lionsgate
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 13,000,000
Revenue
USD 12,616,995

Top Cast

Julia RobertsJulia RobertsHolly Burns
Lucas HedgesLucas HedgesBen Burns
Courtney B. VanceCourtney B. VanceMr. Beeby
Kathryn NewtonKathryn NewtonIvy Burns
Rachel Bay JonesRachel Bay JonesBeth Conyers
David ZaldivarDavid ZaldivarSpencer 'Spider' Webbs
Alexandra ParkAlexandra ParkCara K.
Michael EsperMichael EsperClayton
Tim GuineeTim GuineePhil
Myra Lucretia TaylorMyra Lucretia TaylorSally
Kristin GriffithKristin GriffithMrs. Crane
Jack DavidsonJack DavidsonDr. Crane
Mia FowlerMia FowlerLacey Beeby
Jakari FraserJakari FraserLiam Burns-Beeby
Cameron Scott RobertsCameron Scott RobertsJames Lamson
Jeff AuerJeff AuerMaggie's Dad
Henry StramHenry StramMr. Richman
Bill BuellBill BuellDairy Farmer
Sandra CaldwellSandra CaldwellCustomer
Nathalie CarvalhoNathalie CarvalhoLay Reader

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