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Foster

2011·Movie·90 min·6.8(135)

A feel good family fairy-tale

Looking to adopt a child and unable to conceive a child of their own, the Morrisons' lives are turned upside down when a seven-year-old boy unexpectedly shows up on their doorstep.

Where to watch Foster in United States

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Where is Foster streaming around the world?

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United StatesXumo PlayFandango At Home
United KingdomAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Pluto TVApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
AustraliaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TVApple TV Store, Amazon Video
FranceAmazon Prime Video, Molotov TV, TF1+, Amazon Prime Video with AdsVIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max

About Foster

Foster is a 2011 English-language comedy, drama and family film directed by Jonathan Newman. The cast is led by Toni Collette, Ioan Gruffudd, Maurice Cole. It has a runtime of 1h 30m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Xumo Play.

Foster was produced by Kintop Pictures, StarLight Films, and Reliance Entertainment and made in United Kingdom. It was released on February 10, 2011.

Director
Jonathan Newman
Writers
Jonathan Newman
Release date
February 10, 2011
Original language
English
Status
Released
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Kintop Pictures, StarLight Films, Reliance Entertainment

Foster cast & crew

Foster was directed by Jonathan Newman and written by Jonathan Newman.

The cast features Toni Collette as Zooey, Ioan Gruffudd as Alec, Maurice Cole as Eli, Richard E. Grant as Mr. Potts, Anne Reid as Diane, and Hayley Mills as Mrs. Lange.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Dirk Nel and it was produced by Deepak Nayar and David Mutch.

Is Foster worth watching?

Foster holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 135 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.

At 1h 30m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy comedy, drama, and family, Foster is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Foster

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Cast of Foster

Toni Collette

Toni Collette

Zooey

Ioan Gruffudd

Ioan Gruffudd

Alec

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Maurice Cole

Eli

Richard E. Grant

Richard E. Grant

Mr. Potts

Anne Reid

Anne Reid

Diane

Hayley Mills

Hayley Mills

Mrs. Lange

Barry Jackson

Barry Jackson

Tom Jenkins

Daisy Beaumont

Daisy Beaumont

Sarah

Tim Beckmann

Tim Beckmann

Jim

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Audrey Newman

Audrey

Bobby Smalldridge

Bobby Smalldridge

Samuel

Dan Mersh

Dan Mersh

Bank Manager

Foster — FAQs

Where can I watch Foster in United States?

Foster is streaming on Xumo Play in United States.

Is Foster on Xumo Play?

Yes — Foster is currently available on Xumo Play in United States.

What language is Foster in?

Foster is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Foster?

Foster runs 1 hours 30 minutes (90 minutes).

What is Foster rated?

It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 135 ratings.

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