Return
Back from a tour of duty, Kelli struggles to find her place in her family and the rust-belt town she no longer recognizes.
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About Return
Return is a 2011 English-language drama film directed by Liza Johnson. The cast is led by Linda Cardellini, Michael Shannon, John Slattery. It has a runtime of 1h 37m. Viewers rate it 6.4/10 across 3900 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Return was produced by Fork Films, Meredith Vieira Productions, and Dadá Films and made in United States of America. It was released on February 10, 2011, and carries a NR certification. At the box office it grossed around $0 million worldwide.
- Director
- Liza Johnson
- Writers
- Liza Johnson
- Release date
- February 10, 2011
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $0 million
- Production
- Fork Films, Meredith Vieira Productions, Dadá Films
Return cast & crew
Return was directed by Liza Johnson and written by Liza Johnson.
The cast features Linda Cardellini as Kelli, Michael Shannon as Mike, John Slattery as Bud, Talia Balsam as Julie, Emma Rayne Lyle as Jackie, and Paul Sparks as Ed.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Anne Etheridge and it was produced by Charles Birns and Abigail Disney.
Is Return worth watching?
Return holds an audience score of 6.4/10 from 3,924 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 37m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, Return is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Return
Return isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
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Cast of Return
Linda Cardellini
Kelli
Michael Shannon
Mike
John Slattery
Bud
Talia Balsam
Julie
Emma Rayne Lyle
Jackie
Paul Sparks
Ed
Louisa Krause
Shannon
Rosie Benton
Brooke
Rutanya Alda
Mrs. Miller
James Murtaugh
Mr. Miller
Return — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Return in United States?
Return is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
▸What language is Return in?
Return is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Return?
Return runs 1 hours 37 minutes (97 minutes).
▸What is Return rated?
Return is rated NR. It holds a 6.4/10 audience score from 3,924 ratings.
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