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Studio: Fox Searchlight
THE WAY, WAY BACK is the funny and poignant coming of age story of 14-year-old Duncan’s (Liam James) summer vacation with his mother, Pam (Toni Collette), her overbearing boyfriend, Trent (Steve Carell), and his daughter, Steph (Zoe Levin). Having a rough time fitting in, the introverted Duncan finds an unexpected friend in gregarious Owen (Sam Rockwell), manager of the Water Wizz water park. Through his funny, clandestine friendship with Owen, Duncan slowly opens up to and begins to finally find his place in the world – all during a summer he will never forget.
Starring Steve Carell, Toni Collette, Allison Janney, AnnaSophia Robb, Sam Rockwell, Maya Rudolph, Rob Corddry, Amanda Peet, and Liam James!
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WIN IT: (1) US winner will receive a The Way, Way Back Prize Pack ($75 Value)
- $25 Visa to see the film
- Fox Searchlight DVD pack including 500 Days of Summer and Little Miss Sunshine
- T-shirt & Sunglasses
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GIVEAWAY ENTRY:
CharityS says
It’s a family movie.
Christian Alejandro says
The cast! I’m a huge fan of MIchael Scott! 😛
Kathleen Marie Smith says
I think it is interesting how meeting a person can change someones life so much
lulu says
Steve Carell is in it. love him.
Bryan E. says
Thanks for the giveaway…a great comedic cast !
Brigette Streeper says
I love that it is from the same makers as Juno. I love Juno.
Jamie Brigham says
I love the pranks especially the super soakers in the picture above. I have never heard of this movie until now.
melina r says
I like coming of age movies
Colette @JamericanSpice says
I love that Steve Carell is in it because he is so funny and I cant wait to see it.
Brittney House says
Steve Carrell in a serious role!
Mary Cloud says
That it has Steve Carrell and Toni Collette – great combo of actors
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Wendy S says
Can’t go wrong with Steve Carell in a movie
Julie says
Love steve Carell im sure this movie has a lot of comedy and some drama
Heidi Back says
I like watching movies like this with my teen daughter. The movie shows how teens feel like they don’t fit in and gives her something to relate to.
Susan Climan says
I love that it has Steve Carrell playing against type.
Emily Adams says
This looks like a great family movie!
laurie says
it seems like a good story
Lisa Fonseca says
I love comedy in all movies, especially Steve Carell movies.
Colleen W says
Steve Carell is just too funny. With him in it it should be amazing:)
david basile says
like the concept
Danielle Papsis says
I’m a fan of Steve Carell.
Misha Lynn Estrada says
I like meaningful comedies.
Crystal F says
My daughter is begging to see this movie. She just says it looks like it will be really good. Thank you!
kathy pease says
I love that it has Steve Carell in it that alone makes me want to see it..he is so funny 🙂
kathy dalton says
what a great cast and i love a comedic drama
susan smoaks says
i like that this is a good family movie that will leave us feeling good!
Buddy Garrett says
I find it interesting that Duncan who is an introvert finds a way to be an extrovert with help from a friend.
Matthew Pearl says
I like the balance between humor and family drama. Also seems like it shows that not all son and father relationships are good. Maybe can help some family resolve issues that they have.
Jessica Rose says
I think it’s cool that it takes place at a water park
lisa_S says
I love coming of age stories so I will probably like this movie.
Jennifer Reed says
I love movie like The Way, Way Back movie that tell a human interest story.
Sage says
Cant wait.
kristy says
I like Steve Carrell so I bet it is a funny movie
Janice Crespo says
Steve Carell is a riot – my daughter and I saw previews and we both said at the same time – I want to see this 🙂 LOL So winning would be a prize shared with her 🙂 Thank you for the chance
Lauren Becker says
I’m curious about Steve Carrel’s role, since he’s usually a nice guy.
Ed Nemmers says
I enjoy the work of Toni Collette!
Eileen Burke says
I just adore Sam Rockwell!
Shemp DeYoung (@shempgames) says
My daughter was really bummed when she discovered that the film wouldn’t be shown in our town on opening weekend.
Lisa says
I like the cast members.
Erica C. says
I loved 500 days of summer & little miss sunshine, so I’m excited to see this one.
crystal smith says
I love that toni collette is in this movie- but the whole cast sounds like a great fit- looking forward to seeing it- I love a smart comedy.
Serena Powell says
I like that it has Steve Carrell in it
Barbara Stenby says
I think coming of age movies are a summer tradition and I LOVE them
Mihaela D. says
I like that Steve Carell is in the movie…I love him 🙂
Michelle Tucker says
I really enjoy “coming of age” stories, that’s why I’d love to see this.
Jill H says
I love that Steve Carrell is in the movie!
Kiara says
I like that Steve Carell is in it.
krystal wethington says
I like the stars that play in it.
Tricha Leary says
looks very interesting
Angela W says
I love Steve Carell.
Candice Hull says
I like that it is a “coming of age story” about a boy. Most of the time, it’s about girls, so it’s nice to see the other side since I have two boys. I also like that it shows the relationship with the mom, son and her boyfriend. I have way too many friends that are divorced and experiencing the same issues.
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Teresa Thompson says
We love Steve Carell.
soha molina says
I would like Toni Collette!!
Jessamine D. says
I like it because Steve Carell is one of the actors 🙂
Rebecca Lock says
As the mother of teenaged boys, the movie seems like it would be very relatable. I am also interested to see Steve Carell in it.
angela cisco says
Looks like a funny movie with a great cast
Shelley says
People generally find Steve Carol Movies to be quite funny.
s riches says
The cast is amazing. Amanda Peet is a plus.
Cody says
I’m interested in anything that Faxon & Rash wrote!
Linda Lansford says
love the shirt
Deb S says
I think it will be hilarious and something those of us who are a little older can identify with.
Lesley F says
I love that Steve Carell is in it
Lisa V. says
I’ll watch anything with Steve Carell in it.
Derek Timm says
Steve Carell is great, I want to go see this!
jose benavides says
I love how It sounds like a funny movie… love funny movies…
Shaunda E. says
The cast
Janet F says
It sounds like a great coming of age story.
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Jill Edwards says
Steve Carrell and Toni Collette are excellent actors. I can’t wait to see it.
Dana Pugsley says
Steve Carell is very funny and I LOVE Amanda Peet!
jessica says
looks like a good movie im interested in the plot
Susan Smith says
I love the cast especially Steve Carell
christine jessamine says
I love that steve correll and toni collette plays in the movie!
Roy F. says
With this cast it should be a really funny movie.
Deb C says
I like movies with a nostalgic theme and I like Steve Carrell.
laura ari says
I love toni collette
Joana A says
i like comedies because i can watch them with the whole family (usually)
Jessica says
The story line!
Amanda says
Sounds like a very meaningful story. I loved Little Miss Sunshine.
David Haug says
It looks good for a few laughs.
Simba C says
It has has some great actor & actresses in it like Toni Collette so on. Cute movie too see
Niesha says
I havent seen the trailers yet so I am excited to see it
Michelle S says
I have an almost 14-year old son and this would be interesting to see this with him and get his perspective.
kolpin says
I love the blend of drama and humor.
Les Johnson says
I like the cast members and it sounds like an entertaining movie.
Bud L says
Looks like a funny movie but great meaningful story, great for the family.
Sharon Kaminski says
toni collette is great in this comedy
deb c says
I like that Steve Carell is in the movie.
Birdie Skolfield says
Great array of stars in this lil movie looking forward hope it come to my town
Ani says
I think the story line in interesting and different and I love Steve Carell.
kathy artis says
toni collette is one of our favorite actresses
dawn k says
Sounds like it’s going to be a great story!
Ava Chavez says
I love the cast!
Stephanie Phelps says
I love that it comes from a boy’s perspective to finding his way most of the time it is about girls!
amy williams says
it looks like it has a great cast and will be funny
Michelle W says
Anything with Steve Carell is worth seeing. Dan in Real Life is one of my favorite movies
Wanda McHenry says
I think it’s a nice clean summer movie about a boy coming out of his shell.
Francine Anchondo says
Steve Carell
Angela W says
The way he discovers himself as he gets older will be interesting.
katklaw777 says
It is touted as a poignant coming of age story…My daughter is turning 13 soon and I am sure I’ll find the storyline very interesting.
Selene M. says
Don’t see anything interesting about the movie.
Kate F. says
I think it sounds like a good comedy film.
Linda W. says
I love Steve Carell!
Anastasia says
One thing I find interesting is all the people in it! I love Steve Carrell and Sam Rockwell 🙂
Kathleen says
i love steve carell
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Kyl Neusch says
has Steve Carroll
Nancy says
I lik that it was made by the studio that made Little Miss Sunshine.
Rachel H. says
I like Steve Carrell and have liked every movie (so far) that he has been in…so I think this will be a good one too!
Audra Weathers says
You had me at Steve Carell; his movies are always great. It also looks like a nice family movie.
Betsy Barnes says
This looks like a good, coming of age movie, great for the summer 🙂
Jessyca says
I think this movie is going to have some good laughs. Thanks for the chance.
margaret peg m says
this movie sort of reminds me of ‘moonrise kingdom’ by wes anderson…funniest coming-of-age movie i’ve ever seen. thanks for the giveaway.
Ashley Tucker says
I like that Steve Carell is in this movie! He is so funny
Cristina says
I love the cast. Steve Carrell always makes good movies!
kelly mcgrew says
i think its interesting that steve carrell is in it! never heard of it but it looks interesting!
Christine says
I love Steve Carell
Julie Wood says
I like the story about a boy that meets a new friend and has a great summer! I like Steve Carell in movies because he is funny and is so much fun to watch him. He cracks me up!
Heather says
I like Steve Carell and Toni Collett. Should be a good movie.
Debra F says
It sounds like a movie that I can relate to!
Claudia says
I love Steve Carrell , and I think this is going to a very funny movie to watch .
Sara Floyd says
It looks like its a great movie and funny
melissaandkeith miller says
great cast
Daniel M says
I like Sam Rockwell’s character, looks like he takes him under his wing
Jessica Cox says
I live Toni Collette shes an awesome actress
Monique Rizzo says
The amazing cast.Thanks for the chance.
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Margot C says
Steve Carell, I love him!
Brenda I says
I love all the actors in this movie, looks like it should be great.
Austin Baroudi says
I like that Sam Rockwell is in it! I’ve been a huge fan since The Sitter!
JR Frugalmom says
I always love a good coming of age movie, and I find the introverted Duncan quite interesting
Charlene S says
I like that it is a summer time movie at the beach.
Wild Orchid says
I like the actors in the movie, like Steve Carrell. It should be interesting to see him in this type of roll.
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Stephanie Larison says
It looks funny, and great cast!
Gina H. says
I like Steve Carell’s movies so I’m sure one will be good too.
Sarah says
I love the entire cast – especially Allison Janney, Maya Rudolph, and Steve Carrell. It sounds like a fun summer movie!
Denise S says
I like the actors and it sounds funny.
danielle Johnson says
I like the fact that it sounds like a great adventure story
jamie braun says
Steve Carell!!!! i also find the name of the water park interesting.. water wizz! haha!
shana vaughn says
We love Steve Carroll, cannot wait to see it!
Naomi Dasher says
I think just the drama of it looks great. I love Steve Carrell and love when he does dramas!
Ellen C. says
I like that it sounds like a movie many kids nowadays could relate to. Thanks for the chance.
Gabby says
Young Shawn from Psych! Looking forward to this movie.
Dawn Monroe says
I like that Maya Rudolph is in it. She was great on Saturday Night Live. I hope shes good in the movie.
Sarah L says
My nephew would get a kick out of this movie.
Thanks for the contest.
michelle brunello says
this looks like a great movie
michelle brunello says
this looks like a great movie
michelle brunello says
this looks like a fun movie
Melissa Tippie says
I love it that Steve Carell is one of the actors in The Way, Way Back movie! I just love all his movies. I get such a kick out of him. Too funny! Thank-you for a GREAT Giveaway 🙂
Kathleen Downes says
I love all of the actors in this movie. Allison Janney is hilarious.
Steven Epstein says
SEEMS CUTE THE MOVIE..i SHALL WAIT TO RENT IT ON NETFLIX
Mary Williams says
I think it’s going to be a great movie! I can’t wait to see it!
Marj M. says
I find funny movies interesting especially when they make a good point.
Peggy says
I like the fun relationship he develops with Owen This seems like a great, interesting movie to watch.
Virginia Rowell says
I find it interesting because he finds his way in this world. Looks like a great movie.
Shelley says
The cast line up is great! Looking forward to watching this movie.?
Valerie Taylor Mabrey says
looks like a good laugh
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Sarah Hall says
It shows funny things that happen to all of us when we go thru puberty.
shaunie says
glad that it is funny
Amanda Sakovitz says
i like that Toni Collette is in it
fancygrlnancy (Nancy Partin) says
We love Steve Carell. Looks like a fun movie.
Tiffany Schmidt says
Seems like another great movie that is relate-able to many folks!
Carol says
I like Steve Carrell and Maya Rudolph
Crystal says
Looks like a fun cast!
Cynthia R says
looks like a good family film, love toni collette and steve carrell
sandra says
like the actors in the movie
Debra Hall says
I think Steve Carell is so funny
Jan Lee says
It should be a good movie for pre teens to watch as well as a family 🙂
tina reynolds says
I love feel good happy movies
sandra davis says
i like steve carell. it just looks like it would be a really good movie.
Barbara Montag says
This movie has a great cast & I’d like to take the grand kids to see it.
Thank you.
Paol Trenny says
It is an interesting pair up of Steve Carell and Toni Collete playing parents to a 14 year old because they are so funny individually together they are probably a hoot
Cathy T says
I love Steve Carell movies. I am always interested when I see that he has a new movie out.
Robert Brown says
I really liked both (500) Days of Summer and Little Miss Sunshine, so I am very excited about this movie.
Thomas Murphy says
I like that Steve Carell is in the movie.
Katie K says
I love the all-star cast!
Katie Morris Crider says
I like that Steve Carell is in it.
lisa lo says
Looks like a fun movie and the soundtrack has good singers on it.
amyc says
It looks funny!
Stacy says
It has a great cast, I love Steve Carell!
jennifer horn says
I like how most of us can relate to the boy in the movie. We all had to find our place and had those times that our family was a little weird.
Sandrea Igess says
I think this movies is going to be hilarious and I love to laugh.
bill norris says
i dig some of the actors
Tamar says
It will be interesting to see Jack from The Killing play a different role.
Lacey Burd says
It has a fun cast & the preview looks so quirky, I love it. I definitely have to see this movie 🙂
Melissa says
Such a great cast!
tracey byram says
I love coming of age movies that are humorous.
Kelly D says
I find it interesting that Duncan becomes friends with the manager of the water park.
Carrie Phelps says
I just watched the trailer and now can’t wait to see the movie! It looks sad the mother’s boyfriend is such a jerk but he new friend (the male adult) seems to be the one to show him how to have fun and boost is self-esteem!
Sophie S says
Kind of excited to see Steve Carell!
Ashley Morrow says
I loved The Way Way Back. It was a good movie, and it has some of my favorite actors.
Jennifer T. says
I like that Steve Carrell and Maya Rudolph are doing less comedic roles. It’ll be neat to watch.
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Veronica Vasquez says
It sounds like a fun feel-good movie!
D SCHMIDT says
I think that it looks like a fun movie to go and see with friends.
Jennifer B says
I think I will like the fact it’s a coming of age movie…I always seem to like those
Karen R says
The boy will be happy at the end of the movie.
Kaycee says
I’ve heard great things about the story, so I’m looking forward to watching it!
nannypanpan says
i’ll like toni collette, cause she’s really funny
Tonya FIlleman says
Steve Carroll!!!!!
wendy b says
I’m sure that I’ll like this movie because it has a great cast. Plus I could use a good comedy.
melissa williams says
I think it will be really funny because I watched little miss sunshine and that movie was pretty funny in its own unique way!
tracy p. says
I like that Steve Carell is in the movie. He always makes a good movie.
Melissa Hartley says
I love coming of age movies & i would love to see this! 🙂
Thank you
Geoff K says
As soon as I saw Sam Rockwell’s name in the cast, I knew that he would be what I’d enjoy most about the movie – I think he’s an awesome actor, and he always does compelling things with every role he plays!
Carmen S says
I think it looks hilarious, has a great cast!
Tabathia B says
the all star cast especially Carrell and Rudolph
Jenny says
It looks like a good family movie, it is something I would watch with my husband and kids
Heather Hayes Panjon says
I Will Love The Star Filled Cast And Comedy!
Denise says
I’ve liked (almost every) Steve Carell movie I’ve seen. Thanks!
Sue Hull says
Coming of age movies are always funny so that’s why I think I’d like it. Little Miss Sunshine was funnier the second time I watched it. This is a great prize pack. Thank you 🙂
betty says
Love Alison Janney – looks like a good family film for the summer
Teressa Morris says
I would love to see this movie because it is a coming of age/ young love story, which I love!! It also has some of my favorite comedic actors, such as Steve Carrell. The trailer was wonderful!!
Teri says
I love stores where the underdog comes back and fulfills a grand purpose. This looks like a great family film for movie night.
Jessie C. says
I love the cast
FRANK S says
A funny movie with perfect ending.
kelly says
I like the cast of the movie.
Janet W. says
I will like the storyline because it’s a coming of age-type film that will be entertaining.
Julie Lynn Bickham says
Looks like a great family movie.
Christine H. says
I love Toni Collette and Steve Carell so I know it will be funny and I’ll love it!
steve weber says
The cast in this movie looks great, I have a sneak preview of it on Monday July 1st.. cannot wait!
Tammy Shelton says
I think I’ll like everything about it since it’s from the people who did Little Miss Sunshine… I like their humor.
Denise Taylor-Dennis says
It looks like it will have some laughable moments.
Cindy Merrill says
I like the fact that it’s based on real life, may have some value,morals.
Cheryl says
The comedy aspect of it and that it is a “summer” movie.
Melanie Montgomery says
I like Steve Carrell
Marietta H says
I like Sam Rockwell and think it will be a fun movie about life.
Kathy S says
I think I’d like the humor.
Cheryl Abdelnour says
I THINK I WOULD ENJOY WATCHING THE SHENANIGANS.
Donna L says
I think I will like the humor.
Tammy S says
I think it will be great to see a “Coming of age” film from a boys point of view. Plus I like the Duncan kid and I love Toni Collette.
Vicky D says
I like anything with Steve Carell in it!
kymi a says
What i like about this movie is the story line love coming of age movies and the great cast they have, looking forward to watching this movie.
vickie couturier says
this sounds like a movie that they whole family can enjoy,I like movies with a good story
Elena says
I like the cast
Kimberly Schotz says
I like Steve Carrell movies
Sacha Schroeder says
I think I will like this movie because it looks fun. I could use a fun happy movie.
Sandy VanHoey says
I like that it appears to be a comedy and it can be a family movie everyone will love. However, I hated when I heard him tell Duncan he thought he was a 3….awwww, broke my heart. I love comedies and love stories in movies so I’d like this one
Lisa B. says
Looks like a great movie! I like the actors and actresses in it and seems like a movie that will hold my attention (I tend to fall asleep at boring movies) 🙂
Dorothy Teel says
A cool coming of age movie and finding value in self and learning about your parents, friends and girls, all of us have been there and it will be fun to see this and how Duncan growns up in one summer…
Lenora D says
I’m a sucker for coming of age movies. I saw a little more about it on the news the day and I really think I’ll like it.
Yona says
I like movies like this – one of those family coming of age funny films.
Cindy B says
I think we’ll like the comedy
Candice says
I really like Steve Carell. I think he is so funny.
Christina says
I love Steve Carell! But this movie also sounds like it has a great storyline and it will be interesting to watch how the character evolves throughout the movie
Jackie says
It looks like a fun summer movie. I think Steve Carell will be funny in it.
Thanks!
Tammy S says
I have too say fun family movie too s ee. Yet will be a great summer movie too watch
Kristin @ Keenly Kristin says
Well, I’m a huge fan of Steve Carrell…and it’s cool to see him back with Toni Collette in a movie!
Jennifer Essad says
the cast is what’s drawing me to this movie – can’t wait to see the trailer, would love to go with my husband as we could use lots of laughter!
Diane W says
Looks like a good family movie to get family members talking.
ken ohl says
fun for the whole family comedy
Sara says
It looks like it would have something for everyone in our family to enjoy, and lots of big name stars
Wendy Hark says
I think it will be a funny movie and I like the cast.