The Return
Seen it?2003 | 98 min | Drama
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
Critics loved it (82 on Metacritic), despite soft box office. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 38 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
A former alcoholic returns home after ten years in prison for the murder of her husband. As her recollection of the murder returns, things take a different turn.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
82 on Metacritic
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsBelow par
Nominated for 1 Golden Globe.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$4 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 42K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Dermot Boyd
- Julie WaltersIzzie
- Neil DudgeonMatt
- Ger RyanMaggie
- Nick DunningTony
- Glen BarryJimmy
- Pauline McLynnLaura
- Alan BarryDr. Brian Cullen
- Eileen ColganFee Cullen
- Lise-Ann McLaughlinRosie Hunt
- Cathy WhiteJen Carling