The Way Way Back
We've all been there.
All ages 2013 · 103 min · ★ 7.1 (2K) · Comedy, Drama
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.
Directed by Nat Faxon · Written by Nat Faxon
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Liam James Duncan -
Steve Carell Trent Ramsey -
Toni Collette Pam -
AnnaSophia Robb Susanna Thompson -
Sam Rockwell Owen -
Allison Janney Betty Thompson -
Maya Rudolph Caitlyn -
Amanda Peet Joan -
Rob Corddry Kip -
Nat Faxon Roddy -
Jim Rash Lewis -
Zoe Levin Steph
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