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The Boat Builder

1h 28m2015Arnold Grossman
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"An embittered old mariner and an unwanted young orphan form an unlikely bond building a boat."

A grumpy old sailor wants only to finish building his boat so he can set out to sea. But from local officals to troubled fosters kid, the world keeps intervening to test his determination to make something of his golden years.

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What is The Boat Builder (2015) about?

A grumpy old sailor wants only to finish building his boat so he can set out to sea. But from local officals to troubled fosters kid, the world keeps intervening to test his determination to make something of his golden years.

Who stars in The Boat Builder?

The Boat Builder stars Christopher Lloyd (Abner), Jane Kaczmarek (Katherine), David Lascher (Charles), Jeffrey Weissman (Bud), Rachel Resheff (Ruth). The film was directed by Arnold Grossman.

How long is The Boat Builder?

The Boat Builder has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2015.

Where can I watch The Boat Builder?

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