The Odd Life of Timothy Green.

Name: The Odd Life of Timothy Green
Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Family
Released: 2012-08-15
Duration: 104 min
Cast: Jennifer Garner, Joel Edgerton, CJ Adams, Dianne Wiest, Rosemarie DeWitt

A wish takes root.

A couple longing for a child writes down their hopes and buries them in the garden. Soon a mysterious boy named Timothy arrives, bringing unexpected joy and a series of lessons about the parents they want to be.

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Why it’s a little special

A gentle magical premise opens a surprisingly emotional story about accepting a child as a person rather than a list of wishes.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

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US film rating

Infertility, bullying, family pressure, and a painful goodbye. The sadness may be difficult for younger children or families dealing with loss.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Peter Hedges
Starring: Jennifer Garner, Joel Edgerton, CJ Adams, Dianne Wiest, Rosemarie DeWitt, Ron Livingston, M. Emmet Walsh, Odeya Rush, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Lois Smith, David Morse, Common
Release date: August 15, 2012
Runtime: 104 minutes
Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Family
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
Language: English

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