The Good Son (1993) movie poster

The Good Son (1993)

"Evil has many faces."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 82%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 36% (RT: 26%, MC: 45) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaThrillerHorror

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Director
Runtime
1h 27m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (1,025 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
26%
Metacritic
45
Cast
Macaulay Culkin as Henry Evans
Elijah Wood as Mark Evans
Wendy Crewson as Susan Evans
David Morse as Jack Evans
Daniel Hugh Kelly as Wallace Evans
Jacqueline Brookes as Alice Davenport
Quinn Culkin as Connie Evans
Ashley Crow as Janice Evans
Most people think so. 82% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,025 votes. Critics scored it lower at 36%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A young boy stays with his aunt and uncle, and befriends his cousin who's the same age. But his cousin begins showing increasing signs of psychotic behavior. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for The Good Son was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • During production of The Good Son, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Good Son is a 1993 drama, thriller, horror film directed by Joseph Ruben. A young boy stays with his aunt and uncle, and befriends his cousin who's the same age. But his cousin begins showing increasing signs of psychotic behavior.

The film has been rated by 1,025 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, The Good Son delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

The Good Son (1993) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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