Northfork (2003): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Northfork is a 2003 fantasy drama starring Anthony Edwards, Nick Nolte and Duel Farnes. It runs 1 hour 43 minutes and earned $1.6 million worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Cinematography at the Spirit Awards 2004. Critics gave it 64 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10.
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- Runtime
- 1h 43m (103 min)
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Paramount Classics
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Northfork About?
The premise of Northfork without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
The town of Northfork, Montana, faces destruction as a new dam causes the waters to rise. A young boy named Irwin finds his life hanging in the balance, with limited time remaining. As the town prepares to disappear, he is visited by four mysterious guardians. Together, they embark on a heartfelt journey to help Irwin find peace and depart Northfork, all while the community confronts the inevitable and profound changes ahead.
Northfork Themes & Keywords
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- evacuation
- caretaker
- orphanage
- dam
- boy
- priest
- montana
- death
- symbolism
- metaphor
- relocation
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- little boy
- rural setting
- slide
- sermon
- memory
- nostalgia
- minnesota
- whistling kettle
- lakefront
- hercules comic book
- classroom
- land reclamation
- waitress
- eating
- food
- restaurant
- cafe
- cowboy
- tea
- window shopping
- snow
- suitcase
- cane
- outhouse
- porch
- player piano
- pharmacist
- pharmacy
- buffalo
- floating
- water project
- water power
- life preserver
- bird
- stake pounded through foot
- dormitory
- hospital
- settler
Northfork Cast
Anthony Edwards leads the cast, with Nick Nolte and Duel Farnes.
Northfork Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Northfork 64 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10.
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IMDb 6.2 /10
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Metacritic 64 Metascore
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TMDB 60% User score
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Northfork Plot Summary
What happens in Northfork from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In this evocative film, set in the charming town of Northfork, Montana during the year 1955, the community faces a monumental change as a new dam threatens to drown their valley. The residents grapple with an urgent and existential choice: flee their beloved home or stay and risk being consumed by the inevitable flood. Against this backdrop of turmoil, a handful of characters find themselves caught between worlds, hesitating to abandon the only place they’ve ever truly called home.
Full summary
The whole story of Northfork, scene by scene
Northfork Box Office
Northfork grossed $1.6 million worldwide. $1.4 million came from the US and Canada and $179,226 (11%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$1.6M
- US & Canada
- $1.4M
- International
- $179.2K
Northfork Awards & Nominations
Northfork earned 1 award nomination, including Best Cinematography at the Spirit Awards 2004.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Spirit Awards 2004 1 nomination- Nominated Best Cinematography
Northfork Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Northfork.
How Well Do You Know Northfork?
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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What year is the town of Northfork set in?
Cars in Northfork
8 cars on screen, including the 1946 Ford De Luxe and the 1949 Chevrolet Fleetline.
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1946 Ford De Luxe Main role -
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1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Minor role -
1948 Ford F-1 Minor role
Northfork Also Known As
9 alternative titles, including “Αντίσταση Μέχρις Εσχάτων” and “Northfork: Almas olvidadas”.
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- Αντίσταση Μέχρις Εσχάτων
- Northfork: Almas olvidadas
- ノースフォーク 天使がくれた奇跡
- Нортфорк
- 消失的古城
- 诺斯佛克
- נורת'פורק
- 노스포크
- 诺斯福克
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Movies Like Northfork
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Go North, Northern Borders and Far North.
Northfork FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Northfork, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Northfork?
Northfork runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
When was Northfork released?
Northfork was released on July 11, 2003.
Who is in the cast of Northfork?
Northfork stars Anthony Edwards, Nick Nolte and Duel Farnes.
How much did Northfork make at the box office?
Northfork grossed $1.6 million worldwide ($1.4 million domestic, $179,226 international).
How is Northfork rated?
Northfork has 6.2/10 on IMDb, 64 on Metacritic and 60% on TMDB.
Was Northfork nominated for any awards?
Northfork received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does Northfork have a post-credit scene?
No. Northfork has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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