The Book of Henry

About

Susan, a single mother of two, works as a waitress in a small town. Her son, Henry, is an 11-year-old genius who not only manages the family finances but acts as emotional support for his mother and younger brother. When Henry discovers that the girl next door has a terrible secret, he implores Susan to take matters into her own hands.

Credits

Directed by

• Colin Trevorrow

Written by

• Gregg Hurwitz

Produced by

• Adam Richman
• Carla Hacken
• Jenette Kahn
• Sidney Kimmel

Music by

• Michael Giacchino

Cinematography

• John Schwartzman

Edited by

• Kevin Stitt

Cast

• Naomi Wattsas Susan Carpenter
• Jaeden Martellas Henry Carpenter
• Jacob Tremblayas Peter Carpenter
• Sarah Silvermanas Sheila
• Lee Paceas Dr. David Daniels
• Maddie Ziegleras Christina
• Dean Norrisas Glenn Sickleman
• Bobby Moynihanas John
• Tonya Pinkinsas Principal Wilder
• Geraldine Hughesas Mrs. Evans
• Maxwell Simkinsas Tommy
• Jackson Nicollas Morris
• Donnetta Lavinia Graysas Nurse Leah
• Joel Marsh Garlandas Big Ed
• Wass Stevensas Gary
• Arthur Frenchas Gus
• Mary Joyas Dot
• Zandi Holupas Teenage Girl Customer
• Mike Massiminoas Trucker
• Donna Mitchellas Bookstore Clerk

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