Ben Is Back is streaming on Crave and Crave Amazon Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, YouTube and Amazon Video. Availability checked 15 June 2026.
Good to know
- Director
- Peter Hedges
- Release date
- 2018-12-05
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Language
- English
- Box office
- $12,616,995
- Budget
- $13,000,000
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Studio
- Black Bear Pictures
Ben Is Back — trailer
About Ben Is Back
Ben Is Back is a 2018 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Peter Hedges, starring Julia Roberts, Lucas Hedges and Courtney B. Vance. It has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 965 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Ben Is Back in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Synopsis
19-year-old Ben Burns unexpectedly returns home to his family's suburban home on Christmas Eve morning. Ben's mother, Holly, is relieved and welcoming but wary of her son staying clean. Over a turbulent 24 hours, new truths are revealed, and a mother's undying love for her son is tested as she does everything in her power to keep him safe.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Ben Is Back in Canada?+
In Canada, you can stream Ben Is Back on Crave and Crave Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, YouTube and Amazon Video.
Is Ben Is Back on Netflix?+
Ben Is Back is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Crave and Crave Amazon Channel.
How long is Ben Is Back?+
Ben Is Back has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
Who stars in Ben Is Back?+
Ben Is Back stars Julia Roberts, Lucas Hedges, Courtney B. Vance, Kathryn Newton and Rachel Bay Jones.
When did Ben Is Back come out?+
Ben Is Back is a 2018 movie directed by Peter Hedges.
What genre is Ben Is Back?+
Ben Is Back is Drama film.
Who directed Ben Is Back?+
Ben Is Back was directed by Peter Hedges.
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