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When Andrew Came Home

2000·Movie
1h 28min

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No humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace4
  • Violence4

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Melancholy8

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Family, the mind, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

A mother searches for five years to find her kidnapped son in this fact-based drama. Unexpectedly the boy is found, but the reunion is not as she hoped. She now has to deal with five years of abuse that the boy suffered at the hands of his kidnappers.
Fact-Based DramaKidnapping AftermathFamily TraumaPsychological ImpactMother's SearchAbuse and RecoveryEmotional TensionMelancholy Tone

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream When Andrew Came Home legally?

When Andrew Came Home is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fawesome and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is When Andrew Came Home worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is When Andrew Came Home rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes

Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.

How long is When Andrew Came Home?

1 h 28 min

When Andrew Came Home runs 1 h 28 min.

Is When Andrew Came Home based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is When Andrew Came Home in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch When Andrew Came Home?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for When Andrew Came Home in 39 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.