The Cider House Rules (1999)

A story about how far we must travel to find the place where we belong.

• Drama

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?

Rating

7.1 / 10 (1,345 votes)

Release date

December 17, 1999

Runtime

2h 06m

Language

English

Director

Lasse Hallström

Status

Released