The Open Road
“They've got a long way to go.”
Synopsis
Minor leaguer Carlton Garret takes an unexpected road trip to track down his estranged father, legendary baseball player Kyle Garret when Carlton’s mother becomes sick. Once reunited, Carlton struggles to deal with the series of misadventures caused by his father’s antics. Attempts at bonding come to a head as the mismatched duo make their way from Ohio back home to Houston to reunite the family.
Top Cast
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Justin Timberlake
Carlton Garrett
Jeff Bridges
Kyle
Kate Mara
Lucy
Harry Dean Stanton
Amon
Mary Steenburgen
Katherine
Bret Saberhagen
Himself
Allen Overton Battle III
Peabody Desk Clerk
James Harlon Palmer
Memphis Ticket Taker
Ted Danson
Coach
Wayne Douglas Morgan
Organizer
Clay Chamberlin
Impatient Fan
Yohance Myles
Convention Assistant
Lawrence Turner
Store Clerk (Kentucky)
Donna DuPlantier
Flight Attendant
Yvonne Landry
Waitress (Memphis Airport)
Karson Kendall
Airline Employee
Billy Slaughter
Rental Car Employee
Lyle Lovett
Peabody Bartender
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 7, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 2, 2010
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Meredith
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Meredith
- Original Score
- Christopher Lennertz
- Original Title
- The Open Road
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Meredith
Michael Meredith
Christopher Lennertz
Yaron Orbach
Suzy Elmiger
Jordan Foley, Wim Wenders
Department Leadership Roster
Jordan Foley
Producer
Michael Meredith
Director
Yaron Orbach
Director of Photography
Suzy Elmiger
Editor
Paki Smith
Production Design
Michael Meredith
Writer
Christopher Lennertz
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Open Road
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Open Road about?
Minor leaguer Carlton Garret takes an unexpected road trip to track down his estranged father, legendary baseball player Kyle Garret when Carlton’s mother becomes sick. Once reunited, Carlton struggles to deal with the series of misadventures caused by his father’s antics. Attempts at bonding come to a head as the mismatched duo make their way from Ohio back home to Houston to reunite the family.
Who directed The Open Road?
The Open Road was directed by Michael Meredith.
Who stars in The Open Road?
The principal cast of The Open Road includes Justin Timberlake, Jeff Bridges, Kate Mara, Harry Dean Stanton, Mary Steenburgen.
When was The Open Road released and how long is it?
The Open Road was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Open Road?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Open Road was composed by Christopher Lennertz.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Open Road?
The Open Road holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).