The Open Road (2009)

5.2/10 • 90 min • Comedy Drama Romance

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.

Cast

Justin Timberlake

Carlton Garrett

Jeff Bridges

Kate Mara

Harry Dean Stanton

Mary Steenburgen

Allen Overton Battle III

Peabody Desk Clerk

James Harlon Palmer

Memphis Ticket Taker

Ted Danson

Wayne Douglas Morgan

Clay Chamberlin

Yohance Myles

Convention Assistant

Lawrence Turner

Store Clerk (Kentucky)

Donna DuPlantier

Flight Attendant

Yvonne Landry

Waitress (Memphis Airport)

Billy Slaughter

Rental Car Employee

Lyle Lovett

Peabody Bartender

Laurie Foxx

Louisiana Waitress

Louis Herthum

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