Overview
A young boy discovers the eccentric world of his great-uncles and the secrets they hold.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Measured
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- Mild
- wholesome
- whimsical
- nostalgic
- family movie night
- nostalgic weekend
What critics said
Critics generally found the film wholesome and entertaining, while considering its sentimentality and predictable storytelling excessive.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Walter finds acceptance, guidance, and affection with his eccentric great-uncles after being abandoned by his mother.
Hub and Garth's remote Texas home, rumors, wealth, and extraordinary past create the film's distinctive character mythology.
Hub and Garth share stories of their past with Walter, using legendary exploits to teach him about courage and life.
Walter investigates competing stories about his great-uncles' wealth and alleged connection to Al Capone.
Films like Secondhand Lions, and why
A Perfect World
Shares a wholesome coming-of-age story, eccentric older mentors, rural setting, and bittersweet family bonds.
Sling Blade
Shares an affecting boy-centered coming-of-age narrative, unconventional guardians, and warm dramatic storytelling.
The NeverEnding Story
Shares family-friendly adventure yarns, imaginative storytelling, and a child learning life lessons from older figures.
Movie Details
- Director
- Tim McCanlies
- Release Date
- 2003-09-19
- Runtime
- 111 min
- Rating
- 7.2 / 10 (862)
Cast
- Michael Caine
- Robert Duvall
- Haley Joel Osment
- Josh Lucas
- Kyra Sedgwick
- Christian Kane
- Nicky Katt
- Eric Balfour
- Kevin Haberer
- Emmanuelle Vaugier
Where to watch in United States
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Plex
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Secondhand Lions about?
- An abandoned boy discovers belonging and courage through the outrageous legends of his two eccentric great-uncles.
- What is Secondhand Lions like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Secondhand Lions as measured, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Secondhand Lions violent?
- Only mildly. Ember rates the violence in Secondhand Lions as mild.
- What did critics think of Secondhand Lions?
- Critics generally found the film wholesome and entertaining, while considering its sentimentality and predictable storytelling excessive.
- Which films are like Secondhand Lions?
- Films with a similar feel include A Perfect World, Sling Blade, and The NeverEnding Story.
- How long is Secondhand Lions?
- Secondhand Lions runs 111 minutes.
- Where can I watch Secondhand Lions?
- In United States, Secondhand Lions is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Plex.
