The Cider House Rules

The story

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?

Cast & crew

Tobey MaguireHomer Wells

Charlize TheronCandy Kendall

Michael CaineDr. Wilbur Larch

Delroy LindoArthur Rose

Paul RuddLt. Wally Worthington

Jane AlexanderNurse Edna

Kathy BakerNurse Angela

Erykah BaduRose Rose

Kieran CulkinBuster

Kate NelliganOlive Worthington

Heavy DPeaches

J.K. SimmonsRay Kendall