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Secondhand Lions (2003)

PG  111 min  -  Comedy | Drama | Family   -  19 September 2003 (USA)
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A coming-of-age story about a shy, young boy sent by his irresponsible mother to spend the summer with his wealthy, eccentric uncles in Texas.

Director:

Tim McCanlies

Writer:

Tim McCanlies
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Secondhand Lions -- A coming-of-age story about a shy, young boy sent by his irresponsible mother to spend the summer with his wealthy, eccentric uncles in Texas. Secondhand Lions -- A coming-of-age story about a shy, young boy sent by his irresponsible mother to spend the summer with his wealthy, eccentric uncles in Texas.
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Michael Caine ...
Robert Duvall ...
Hub
Haley Joel Osment ...
Kyra Sedgwick ...
Mae
Nicky Katt ...
Josh Lucas ...
Michael O'Neill ...
Deirdre O'Connell Deirdre O'Connell ...
Eric Balfour ...
Christian Kane ...
Kevin Haberer ...
Emmanuelle Vaugier ...
Adam Ozturk Adam Ozturk ...
Jennifer Stone ...
Mitchel Musso ...
Boy
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Storyline

"Secondhand Lions" follows the comedic adventures of an introverted boy left on the doorstep of a pair of reluctant, eccentric great-uncles, whose exotic remembrances stir the boy's spirit and re-ignite the men's lives. Written by Stuart Fink, unit publicist on "Secondhand Lions."  

Plot Summary | Plot Synopsis

Plot Keywords:

Money | Lion | Texas | Airplane Accident | Horse Chase  | See more »

Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Family

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for thematic material, language and action violence See all certifications »

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

Afrikan salaisuudet See more »

Filming Locations:

Austin, Texas, USA See more »

Box Office

Budget:

$30,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$12,139,832 (USA) (21 September 2003) (3013 Screens)

Gross:

$41,407,470 (USA) (9 November 2003)
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Technical Specs

Runtime:

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Sound Mix:

DTS  | Dolby Digital  | SDDS

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1
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Trivia

Haley Joel Osment was attacked by the pig during filming. The lion had numerous trainers and handlers, but no one thought the pig might be a menace. See more »

Goofs

Anachronisms: While Hub is fighting the teens in the diner there is a coke machine in the background with the modern logo on it (should be all red with white Coca Cola lettering). See more »

Quotes

[first lines]
Adult Walter: [answering the phone] Hello?
Sheriff: Walter?
Adult Walter: Yes.
Sheriff: This is Sheriff Brady. I'm afraid I have some bad news for you. It's about your uncles.
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Crazy Credits

During the end credits, the adult Walter's cartoons depict a variety of
adventures. See more »


Soundtracks

"Red Skin Gal"
Written by Hank Thompson
Performed by Don Walser
Courtesy of Watermelon Records
by arrangement with Texas Music Group See more »