The Way Way Back

"We've all been there."

Jul 26 2013 PG-13 1h 43m
Comedy, Drama

Shy 14-year-old Duncan goes on summer vacation with his mother, her overbearing boyfriend, and her boyfriend's daughter. Having a rough time fitting in, Duncan finds an unexpected friend in Owen, manager of the Water Wizz water park.

Plot

Duncan (Liam James) is not a popular kid and it doesn't look like the summer is going to offer anything better for him. His mother's boyfriend has invited them to his beach house where Duncan is expected to improve his personality and physical appearance, and meet girls. But his would-be step-sister doesn't want anything to do with him and his shy demeanor makes it difficult for him to meet anybody new. When Duncan wanders into the Water Wizz, the local water park, he meets adult employees who are just having fun. Owen (Sam Rockwell) lets Duncan work with him and their new-found bond will help each other mature and find their place in life. Which for Duncan means standing up to his would-be step-father, having a conversation with the girl next door and being more comfortable with who he is.

Written by

Nat Faxon, Jim Rash

Directed by

Nat Faxon, Jim Rash

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

What Just Happened Productions, The Walsh Company, OddLot Entertainment, Sycamore Pictures

Languages

English

Awards

5 wins & 31 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
163,448
Average Rating
7.4 out of 10
Metascore
68
Popularity
NA