The Descendants 2011
“The South Pacific ain't that terrific.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 115 minutes
- Director
- Alexander Payne
- Networks
- Dune Entertainment, Fox Searchlight Pictures, Ad Hominem Enterprises
What is The Descendants?
The Descendants is a film first released in 2011. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2011
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 115 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 9, 2011
- Studios
- Dune Entertainment, Fox Searchlight Pictures, Ad Hominem Enterprises
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~115 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Dune Entertainment, Fox Searchlight Pictures, Ad Hominem Enterprises
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Overview
The Descendants is a film first released in 2011. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Dune Entertainment, Fox Searchlight Pictures, Ad Hominem Enterprises. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A Hawaiian landowner confronts betrayal while caring for his comatose wife.”
- Blend of comedy and drama
- Scenic Hawaiian locations
- Strong family dynamics
- Pacing may feel slow for some viewers
- Infidelity theme may be uncomfortable
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven stories set against beautiful Hawaiian backdrops.
The film balances humor with serious family issues, suitable for mature audiences.
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What is the main conflict?
Matt King must face his wife's accident and a betrayal involving a real estate broker.
Where does the story take place?
The film is set in Hawaii, traveling from Oahu to Kauai.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is a comedy‑drama.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour 55 minutes.
When was the film released?
It premiered in the United States on November 18, 2011.
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