The Cider House Rules
“A story about how far we must travel to find the place where we belong.”
Where to watch The Cider House Rules in United States
The Cider House Rules is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, JustWatch TV and Spectrum On Demand. Availability checked 7 June 2026.
About The Cider House Rules
The Cider House Rules is a 1999 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Lasse Hallström, starring Tobey Maguire, Charlize Theron and Michael Caine. It has a runtime of 2 hours 6 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 1,293 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Cider House Rules in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
The Cider House Rules trailer
Overview
Homer is an orphan who was never adopted, becoming the favorite of orphanage director Dr. Larch. Dr. Larch imparts his full medical knowledge on Homer, who becomes a skilled, albeit unlicensed, physician. But Homer yearns for a self-chosen life outside the orphanage. What will Homer learn about life and love in the cider house? What of the destiny that Dr. Larch has planned for him?
Top cast
Tobey Maguire
Homer Wells
Charlize Theron
Candy Kendall
Michael Caine
Dr. Wilbur Larch
Delroy Lindo
Arthur Rose
Paul Rudd
Lt. Wally Worthington
Jane Alexander
Nurse Edna
Kathy Baker
Nurse Angela
Erykah Badu
Rose Rose
Kieran Culkin
Buster
Kate Nelligan
Olive Worthington
Heavy D
Peaches
J.K. Simmons
Ray Kendall
Erik Per Sullivan
Fuzzy
Paz de la Huerta
Mary Agnes
K. Todd Freeman
Muddy
Evan Parke
Jack
Jimmy Flynn
Vernon
Lonnie Farmer
Hero
Spencer Diamond
Curly
Skye McCole Bartusiak
Hazel
Themes & keywords
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Cider House Rules in United States?+
In United States, you can stream The Cider House Rules on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, JustWatch TV and Spectrum On Demand.
Is The Cider House Rules on Netflix?+
The Cider House Rules is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
How long is The Cider House Rules?+
The Cider House Rules has a runtime of 2 hours 6 minutes (126 minutes).
Who stars in The Cider House Rules?+
The Cider House Rules stars Tobey Maguire, Charlize Theron, Michael Caine, Delroy Lindo and Paul Rudd.
When did The Cider House Rules come out?+
The Cider House Rules is a 1999 movie directed by Lasse Hallström.
What genre is The Cider House Rules?+
The Cider House Rules is Drama film.
Who directed The Cider House Rules?+
The Cider House Rules was directed by Lasse Hallström.
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