Life as a House
Seen from a distance, it's perfect.
When a man is diagnosed with terminal cancer, he takes custody of his misanthropic teenage son, for whom quality time means getting high, engaging in small-time prostitution, and avoiding his father.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Life as a House
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 2001-10-25
- Runtime: 125 minutes
- Rating: 7.1/10 (428 votes)
- Budget: $18,000,000
- Revenue: $23,903,791
- Production Companies: New Line Cinema
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.0698
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Kevin Kline
as George Monroe
Hayden Christensen
as Sam Monroe
Kristin Scott Thomas
as Robin Kimball
Jena Malone
as Alyssa Beck
Mary Steenburgen
as Colleen Beck
Ian Somerhalder
as Josh
Jamey Sheridan
as Peter Kimball
Scott Bakula
as Officer Kurt Walker
Sandra Nelson
as Nurse
Sam Robards
as David Dokos
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Life As A House (2001) Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Life as a House?▼
Life as a House is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2001-10-25.
Who are the main actors in Life as a House?▼
The main cast includes Kevin Kline, Hayden Christensen, Kristin Scott Thomas, Jena Malone, Mary Steenburgen, .
Where can I watch Life as a House online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Life as a House is available.
Is Life as a House based on a true story?▼
Seen from a distance, it's perfect.
What is the IMDb rating of Life as a House?▼
Life as a House has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 428 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Life as a House?▼
The movie had a production budget of $18,000,000 and earned $23,903,791 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Life as a House?▼
The soundtrack was composed by New Line Cinema. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Life as a House filmed?▼
Life as a House was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Life as a House?▼
The total runtime of Life as a House is 125 minutes.
Is Life as a House suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Life as a House?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Life as a House.
Does Life as a House have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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