The Way Way Back

2013 Jim Rash 1h 43m ★ 7.1
Comedy Drama
The Way Way Back

Shy 14-year-old Duncan goes on summer vacation with his mother, her overbearing boyfriend, and her boyfriend's daughter. Having a rough time fitting in, Duncan finds an unexpected friend in Owen, manager of the Water Wizz water park.

Cast

Liam James Liam James Duncan
Steve Carell Steve Carell Trent Ramsey
Toni Collette Toni Collette Pam
AnnaSophia Robb AnnaSophia Robb Susanna Thompson
Sam Rockwell Sam Rockwell Owen
Allison Janney Allison Janney Betty Thompson
Maya Rudolph Maya Rudolph Caitlyn
Amanda Peet Amanda Peet Joan

Vibes

Emotional Chill Deeply Moving Darkly Funny Hidden Gem

Double Feature Pairings

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