LUV (2013): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
LUV is a 2013 drama directed by Sheldon Candis, starring Michael Rainey Jr., Common and Danny Glover. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes and earned $156,996 worldwide. Critics gave it 52 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Director
- Sheldon Candis
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Indomina Releasing
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is LUV About?
The premise of LUV without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Eleven-year-old Woody is coming of age without his parents and finds himself unexpectedly drawn into the life of his charming but troubled Uncle Vincent, recently released from prison. As they experience the challenges of Baltimore together, Woody confronts difficult realities and must decide whether to emulate his uncle or chart his own course toward a more hopeful future.
LUV Cast
Michael Rainey Jr. leads the cast, with Common and Danny Glover. Directed by Sheldon Candis; 4 actors are credited in all.
- Director Sheldon Candis
LUV Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave LUV 52 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 52 Metascore
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TMDB 58% User score
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LUV Plot Summary
What happens in LUV from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
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Full summary
The whole story of LUV, scene by scene
LUV Box Office
LUV grossed $156,996 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$157K
- US & Canada
- $157K
LUV Trailers & Videos
The trailer of LUV.
How Well Do You Know LUV?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which actor portrays Uncle Vincent?
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LUV FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of LUV, each answered in a sentence.
How long is LUV?
LUV runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was LUV released?
LUV was released on January 18, 2013.
Who directed LUV?
LUV was directed by Sheldon Candis.
More films by Sheldon Candis Who is in the cast of LUV?
LUV stars Michael Rainey Jr., Common and Danny Glover, among 4 credited actors.
How much did LUV make at the box office?
LUV grossed $156,996 worldwide.
How is LUV rated?
LUV has 52 on Metacritic and 58% on TMDB.
Does LUV have a post-credit scene?
No. LUV has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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