The Cider House Rules
1999, English. Directed by Lasse Hallström.
A story about how far we must travel to find the place where we belong.
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?
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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The Cider House Rules isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Lasse HallströmDirector
- Tobey MaguireHomer Wells
- Charlize TheronCandy Kendall
- Michael CaineDr. Wilbur Larch
- Delroy LindoArthur Rose
- Paul RuddLt. Wally Worthington
- Jane AlexanderNurse Edna
- Kathy BakerNurse Angela
- Erykah BaduRose Rose
- Kieran CulkinBuster
- Kate NelliganOlive Worthington
- Heavy DPeaches
- J.K. SimmonsRay Kendall
Details
- Released
- 17 December 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Irving
- Budget
- $24M
- Box office
- $89M
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What The Cider House Rules is based on
The Cider House Rules is based on The Cider House Rules, a 1985 novel by John Irving, published by William Morrow.
Novel · 1985
The Cider House Rules
By John Irving
Published by William Morrow
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The Cider House Rules: quick answers
Is The Cider House Rules worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 1,347 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Cider House Rules?
The Cider House Rules runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Does The Cider House Rules have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Cider House Rules. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Cider House Rules parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Cider House Rules is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Cider House Rules on?
The Cider House Rules isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Cider House Rules?
If you liked The Cider House Rules, try Losing Isaiah, Awakenings, A Street Cat Named Bob.
Who directed The Cider House Rules?
The Cider House Rules (1999) was directed by Lasse Hallström and stars Tobey Maguire, Charlize Theron, Michael Caine.
What is The Cider House Rules based on?
The Cider House Rules is based on The Cider House Rules, a 1985 novel by John Irving, published by William Morrow.