Movie
The Way Way Back(2013)
ComedyDrama
Directed by Jim Rash
Runtime 103 min
Written by Nat Faxon, Jim Rash
IMDb7.1/10
Synopsis
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.
Cast
Liam JamesSteve CarellToni ColletteAnnaSophia RobbSam RockwellAllison JanneyMaya RudolphAmanda Peet
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