The Book of Henry 2017
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Gummy
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SplatSusan, a single mother of two, works as a waitress in a small town. Her son, Henry, is an 11-year-old genius who not only manages the family finances but acts as emotional support for his mother and younger brother. When Henry discovers that the girl next door has a terrible secret, he implores Susan to take matters into her own hands.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Susan Carpenter
as Henry Carpenter
as Peter Carpenter
as Sheila
as Dr. David Daniels
as Christina
as Glenn Sickleman
as John
as Principal Wilder
as Mrs. Evans
Director:
Writer:
Gregg Hurwitz
Stars:
Naomi Watts, Jaeden Martell, Jacob Tremblay, Sarah Silverman, Lee Pace, Maddie Ziegler, Dean Norris, Bobby Moynihan, Tonya Pinkins, Geraldine Hughes,
Genres:
Drama,Crime,Thriller
Release Date:
2017 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
105 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The Book of Henry
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
Cast
as Susan Carpenter
as Henry Carpenter
as Peter Carpenter
as Sheila
as Dr. David Daniels
as Christina
as Glenn Sickleman
as John
as Principal Wilder
as Mrs. Evans
as Tommy
as Morris
as Nurse Leah
as Big Ed
as Gary
as Gus
as Dot
as Teenage Girl Customer
as Trucker
as Bookstore Clerk
as Nurse Kathy
as Talent Show Singer
as George Sickleman
as EMT
as Cop
as Kid with "R"
as Boy (uncredited)
as Girlfriend (uncredited)
as Stage Manager (uncredited)
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