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The Open Road

2009·Movie
1h 30min·PG-13
45
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Hopeful and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Some situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life, family, and sports

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

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About

They've got a long way to go.

Minor leaguer Carlton Garret takes an unexpected road trip to track down his estranged father, legendary baseball player Kyle Garret when Carlton’s mother becomes sick. Once reunited, Carlton struggles to deal with the series of misadventures caused by his father’s antics. Attempts at bonding come to a head as the mismatched duo make their way from Ohio back home to Houston to reunite the family.
Father-Son Road TripBaseballFamily ReconciliationHeartwarmingFeel-Good MovieCharacter-DrivenAmericanaGentle Humor

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Open Road legally?

The Open Road is included with a subscription to YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Kanopy, and Hoopla. 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 The Open Road worth watching?

45
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 5.5, Rotten Tomatoes 29%, and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Open Road rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is The Open Road?

1 h 30 min

The Open Road runs 1 h 30 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Open Road?

Critics38
Audiences53

Not quite. Audiences rate The Open Road higher (53) than critics (38). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Open Road in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Open Road?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Open Road in 17 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.