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. What will Homer learn about life and love in the cider house? What of the destiny that Dr. Larch has planned for him?
| Release Date | December 17, 1999 | |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Released | |
| Original Title | The Cider House Rules | |
| Runtime | 2h 6min | |
| Budget | $24,000,000 | |
| Revenue | $88,500,000 | |
| Language | English | |
| Original Language | English | |
| Production Countries | United States of America | |
| Production Companies | MiramaxNina Saxon Film DesignFilmColony | |