The Way Way Back (2013) movie poster

The Way Way Back (2013)

"We've all been there."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 68%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 76% (RT: 83%, MC: 68) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDrama

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Director
Jim Rash, Nat Faxon
Runtime
1h 43m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (1,906 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
Metacritic
68
Cast
Liam James as Duncan
Steve Carell as Trent Ramsey
AnnaSophia Robb as Susanna Thompson
Sam Rockwell as Owen
Allison Janney as Betty Thompson
Maya Rudolph as Caitlyn
Amanda Peet as Joan
It's divisive. Only 68% of audiences liked it based on 1,906 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 76%.
Overview
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Jim Rash, Nat Faxon cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Liam James spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

The Way Way Back is a 2013 comedy, drama film directed by Jim Rash, Nat Faxon. 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.

The film has been rated by 1,906 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, The Way Way Back 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 Way Way Back (2013) 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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