Around the Bend (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2004, Around the Bend is a drama film directed by Jordan Roberts, running about 85 minutes. “The skeletons in the family closet just came out to play.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A tale of four generations of men, all of whom have had their offspring at a young age: a great-grandfather, a grandfather, a father in his twenties and a son who is about 7 years old. When the oldest member passes away, the trio heads out on the road together in the Southwest to search out an old family secret that connects to their past.
Who’s in it. Around the Bend stars Christopher Walken as Turner Lair, David Eigenberg as John, Michael Caine as Henry Lair and Jonah Bobo as Zach Lair, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Around the Bend has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Around the Bend page.
If you liked it. Fans of Around the Bend tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Around the Bend (2004)?
- In US, Around the Bend is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Around the Bend worth watching?
- Around the Bend holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Around the Bend?
- Around the Bend stars Christopher Walken, David Eigenberg, Michael Caine, Jonah Bobo and Josh Lucas.