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52% Critic Match
The Open Road
“They've got a long way to go.”
5.2 / 10• 2009• 1h 30m•PG-13• English
ComedyDramaRomance
Storyline
Minor leaguer Carlton Garret takes an unexpected road trip to track down his estranged father, legendary baseball player Kyle Garret when Carlton’s mother becomes sick. Once reunited, Carlton struggles to deal with the series of misadventures caused by his father’s antics. Attempts at bonding come to a head as the mismatched duo make their way from Ohio back home to Houston to reunite the family.
Cast & Crew
Justin Timberlake
Carlton Garrett
Lead
Jeff Bridges
Kyle
Kate Mara
Lucy
Harry Dean Stanton
Amon
Mary Steenburgen
Katherine
BS
Bret Saberhagen
Himself
Allen Overton Battle III
Peabody Desk Clerk
James Harlon Palmer
Memphis Ticket Taker
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Michael Meredith's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Open Road is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
