Uncle Frank
“No one comes home without baggage.”
Synopsis
In 1973, when Frank Bledsoe and his 18-year-old niece Beth take a road trip from Manhattan to Creekville, South Carolina for the family patriarch's funeral, they're unexpectedly joined by Frank's lover Walid.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Uncle Frank – Official Trailer | Prime VideoOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-10-15
Top Cast
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Paul Bettany
Frank
Sophia Lillis
Beth
Peter Macdissi
Wally
Steve Zahn
Mike
Stephen Root
Daddy Mac
Judy Greer
Kitty
Margo Martindale
Mammaw
Lois Smith
Aunt Butch
Jane McNeill
Neva
Caity Brewer
Marcia
Cole Doman
16-Year-Old Frank
Michael Perez
16-Year-Old Sam
Hannah Black
Janis
Banks Repeta
11-Year-Old Bullet
Burgess Jenkins
Beau
Colton Ryan
Bruce
Britt Rentschler
Charlotte
Christopher Speed
Bernard
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance London Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 25, 2020
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Ball
- Screenplay & Story
- Alan Ball
- Original Score
- Nathan Barr
- Original Title
- Uncle Frank
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Your Face Goes Here Entertainment, Miramax, COTA Films, Parts & Labor, Byblos Entertainment, Amazon Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Ball
Alan Ball
Nathan Barr
Khalid Mohtaseb
Jonathan Alberts
Peter Macdissi, Alan Ball, Stephanie Meurer, Jay Van Hoy, Michael Costigan
Department Leadership Roster
Alex Knudsen
Visual Effects Supervisor
Alan Ball
Writer
Darcy C. Scanlin
Production Design
Peter Macdissi
Producer
Alan Ball
Producer
Alan Ball
Director
Stephanie Meurer
Producer
Jay Van Hoy
Producer
Michael Costigan
Producer
Bill Block
Producer
Nathan Barr
Original Music Composer
Khalid Mohtaseb
Director of Photography
Megan Stark Evans
Costume Design
Jonathan Alberts
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Uncle Frank
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What is Uncle Frank about?
In 1973, when Frank Bledsoe and his 18-year-old niece Beth take a road trip from Manhattan to Creekville, South Carolina for the family patriarch's funeral, they're unexpectedly joined by Frank's lover Walid.
Who directed Uncle Frank?
Uncle Frank was directed by Alan Ball.
Who stars in Uncle Frank?
The principal cast of Uncle Frank includes Paul Bettany, Sophia Lillis, Peter Macdissi, Steve Zahn, Stephen Root.
When was Uncle Frank released and how long is it?
Uncle Frank was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Uncle Frank?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Uncle Frank was composed by Nathan Barr.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Uncle Frank?
Uncle Frank holds official age classifications: CA: 18A; FR: 18 (Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).