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Movie Info

Release Date: September 19, 2003
Runtime: 111 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (7)
Genres:
Comedy Family
Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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60%
Tomatometer
52
52/100
Metacritic
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7.2/10
TMDB
822 votes
7.5/10
IMDb
66,923 votes
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Secondhand Lions

2003

"Uncover the magic in unexpected places."

Also known as: 🇪🇸 ES: Dos Viejos Cascarrabias? 🇫🇷 FR: Le secret des frères Mac Cann? 🇯🇵 JA: ウォルター少年と、夏の休日? 🇰🇷 KO: 세컨 핸드 라이온스? 🇨🇳 ZH: 二手狮王? All international titles (7) →
Comedy Family 111 min 7.5/10

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Category Level Indicator
Violence 2/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 1/5
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Revenue: $0
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Keywords

#money 54 #texas 41 #farm 21 #lion 11 #teenage protagonist 9 #eccentric 8 #veteran 5 #uncle nephew relationship 5

Trivia & Fun Facts about Secondhand Lions

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  • The film was shot primarily in Austin, Texas, which provided a picturesque backdrop that matched the film's themes of nostalgia and adventure.

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  • There is a scene where the character of Walter, played by Haley Joel Osment, discovers an old trunk filled with his great-uncles' belongings; this trunk was filled with authentic props from the early 20th century to enhance the film's authenticity.

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  • Robert Duvall's character, Garth, has a fondness for recounting wild tales of adventure, a nod to the classic storytelling tradition often seen in American cinema.

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  • Haley Joel Osment was cast for the role of Walter after a rigorous audition process; the filmmakers were impressed with his ability to convey both vulnerability and determination.

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  • During a scene where the uncles are shown interacting with a lion, a trained animal handler was present to ensure both the safety of the cast and the animal, showcasing the film's commitment to responsible filmmaking.

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  • In one sequence, a continuity error occurs when the positioning of the characters' hats changes between cuts, indicating a lapse in filming continuity.

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  • The film's themes of family, adventure, and the passage of time resonate with similar motifs found in films like 'The Pursuit of Happyness' and 'A River Runs Through It', creating a connection through their exploration of personal growth.

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