Ben Is Back
2018, English. Directed by Peter Hedges.
One family. One day.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 982 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Ben Is Back
Ben Is Back isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Peter HedgesDirector
- Julia RobertsHolly Burns
- Lucas HedgesBen Burns
- Courtney B. VanceMr. Beeby
- Kathryn NewtonIvy Burns
- Rachel Bay JonesBeth Conyers
- David ZaldivarSpencer 'Spider' Webbs
- Alexandra ParkCara K.
- Michael EsperClayton
- Tim GuineePhil
- Myra Lucretia TaylorSally
- Kristin GriffithMrs. Crane
- Jack DavidsonDr. Crane
Details
- Released
- 5 December 2018
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Peter Hedges
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $13M
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Ben Is Back: quick answers
Is Ben Is Back worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 982 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Ben Is Back?
Ben Is Back runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does Ben Is Back have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Ben Is Back. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Ben Is Back parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Ben Is Back is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Ben Is Back on?
Ben Is Back isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like Ben Is Back?
If you liked Ben Is Back, try Hillbilly Elegy, Echo Valley, Silent Night.
Who directed Ben Is Back?
Ben Is Back (2018) was directed by Peter Hedges and stars Julia Roberts, Lucas Hedges, Courtney B. Vance.