The Cider House Rules
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- TMDB rating for The Cider House Rules (opens in a new tab)7.1 / 10(1,331 votes)
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- Director: Lasse Hallström
- Cast: Tobey Maguire, Charlize Theron, Michael Caine, Delroy Lindo, Paul Rudd, Jane Alexander
- Released: Dec 17, 1999
Synopsis
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?
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Awards
- Best Supporting ActorAcademy Awards · Oscar
- Best Writing, Adapted ScreenplayAcademy Awards · Oscar