The Open Road

Feb 7, 2009

1h 30m

★ 5.2

They've got a long way to go.

Overview

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.

Genres

Comedy

Drama

Romance

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Cast

Carlton Garrett

Justin Timberlake

Kyle

Jeff Bridges

Lucy

Kate Mara

Amon

Harry Dean Stanton

Katherine

Mary Steenburgen

Himself

Bret Saberhagen

Peabody Desk Clerk

Allen Overton Battle III

Memphis Ticket Taker

James Harlon Palmer

Coach

Ted Danson

Organizer

Wayne Douglas Morgan

Impatient Fan

Clay Chamberlin

Convention Assistant

Yohance Myles

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