The Lovely Bones
2009, English. Directed by Peter Jackson.
The story of a life and everything that came after...
After being brutally murdered, 14-year-old Susie Salmon watches from heaven over her grief-stricken family -- and her killer. As she observes their daily lives, she must balance her thirst for revenge with her desire for her family to heal.
- Runtime
- 2h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- Peter JacksonDirector
- Saoirse RonanSusie Salmon
- Mark WahlbergJack Salmon
- Rachel WeiszAbigail Salmon
- Susan SarandonGrandma Lynn
- Stanley TucciGeorge Harvey
- Rose McIverLindsey Salmon
- Michael ImperioliLen Fenerman
- Carolyn DandoRuth Connors
- Christian AshdaleBuckley Salmon
- Reece RitchieRay Singh
- Nikki SooHooHolly
- Jake AbelBrian Nelson
Details
- Released
- 26 December 2009
- Country
- United Kingdom, New Zealand, United States of America
- Written by
- Fran Walsh, Peter Jackson, Philippa Boyens
- Budget
- $65M
- Box office
- $94M
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What The Lovely Bones is based on
The Lovely Bones is based on The Lovely Bones, a 2003 novel by Alice Sebold, published by Little, Brown and Company.
Novel · 2003
The Lovely Bones
By Alice Sebold
Published by Little, Brown and Company
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The Lovely Bones: quick answers
Is The Lovely Bones worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 5,132 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Lovely Bones?
The Lovely Bones runs 136 minutes (2h 16m).
Does The Lovely Bones have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Lovely Bones. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Lovely Bones parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Lovely Bones is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Lovely Bones on?
The Lovely Bones 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 Lovely Bones?
If you liked The Lovely Bones, try What Dreams May Come, Hereafter, Premonition.
Who directed The Lovely Bones?
The Lovely Bones (2009) was directed by Peter Jackson and stars Saoirse Ronan, Mark Wahlberg, Rachel Weisz.
What is The Lovely Bones based on?
The Lovely Bones is based on The Lovely Bones, a 2003 novel by Alice Sebold, published by Little, Brown and Company.