
Feature film — 2018
Ben Is Back (2018)
19-year-old Ben Burns unexpectedly returns home to his family's suburban home on Christmas Eve morning. Ben's mother, Holly, is relieved and welcoming but wary of her son staying clean. Over a turbulent 24 hours, new truths are revealed, and a mother's undying love for her son is tested as she does everything in her power to keep him safe.
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A high-signal pick with 982 votes.
Black Bear Pictures / Color Force / 30WEST / Sierra/Affinity / LD Entertainment / Roadside Attractions / Lionsgate
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Director: Peter Hedges
On screen
Cast & crew

Julia Roberts
Holly Burns

Lucas Hedges
Ben Burns

Courtney B. Vance
Mr. Beeby

Kathryn Newton
Ivy Burns

Rachel Bay Jones
Beth Conyers

David Zaldivar
Spencer 'Spider' Webbs

Alexandra Park
Cara K.

Michael Esper
Clayton

Tim Guinee
Phil

Myra Lucretia Taylor
Sally

Kristin Griffith
Mrs. Crane

Jack Davidson
Dr. Crane
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