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John Irving's Oscar-winning adaptation of his own novel is a poignant drama about a World War II-era orphanage in Maine, where a sensitive lad who grows up under the tutelage of the institute's...
The Cider House Rules (1985) is a novel by American writer John Irving, a Bildungsroman that was later adapted into a 1999 film and a stage play by Peter Parnell. The story, set in the pre– and post–World War II era, tells of a young man, Homer Wells, growing up under the guidance of Dr. Wilbur Larch, an obstetrician and abortion provider.
May 17, 2024 · Meet the cast of The Cider House Rules. Learn more about the talented actors who brought the characters to life in this classic movie. From Tobey Maguire as Homer Wells to Michael Caine as Dr. Wilbur Larch, explore the full cast list here.
Maurice Schell. John Irving. Homer is an orphan who was never adopted, becoming the favorite of orphanage director Dr. Larch. Dr. Larch imparts his full medical knowledge on Homer, who becomes a skilled, albeit unlicensed, physician. But Homer yearns for a self-chosen life outside the orphanage.
On the surface “The Cider House Rules” (1999) is a quality period piece about life at an apple orchard and orphanage in Maine during WWII. Tobey Maguire stars as Homer Wells, who was raised at a remote orphanage and favored by caretaker Dr. Larch (Michael Caine), who imparts his vast medical knowledge & skills to the young man.
Meet the talented cast and crew behind 'The Cider House Rules' on Moviefone. Explore detailed bios, filmographies, and the creative team's insights.
Homer lives on the Worthington estate in a bunkhouse called the Cider House. Wally leaves to fight in World War II. Homer is exempt from military service because Dr. Larch has diagnosed that he has a heart condition.
