Rails & Ties (2007): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Rails & Ties is a 2007 drama directed by Alison Eastwood, starring Kevin Bacon, Marcia Gay Harden and Miles Heizer. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes and earned $22,136 worldwide. Critics gave it 44 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 41m (101 min)
- Director
- Alison Eastwood
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Rails & Ties About?
The premise of Rails & Ties without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
As life races on, Tom and Megan Stark face approaching deadlines, their strained marriage, and unrealized ambitions. A sudden tragedy involving the railroad sends Tom's world into turmoil, while the future of a young mother's legacy becomes uncertain. Overwhelmed by guilt and grief, they must find a path toward healing and second chances, as three lives unexpectedly intersect and force them to reconsider their relationships and the importance of family.
Rails & Ties Themes & Keywords
· 27 tags- father figure
- suicide
- car
- train set
- model train
- temper tantrum
- train
- cancer
- train engineer
- medical examination
- scolding
- hugging
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- abuse
- dancing
- bathing
- punctuation in title
- train conductor
- railway accident
- orphan
- mother son relationship
- husband wife relationship
- dying
- car accident
- marriage
- loss of mother
- f rated
- ampersand in title
Rails & Ties Cast
Kevin Bacon leads the cast, with Marcia Gay Harden and Miles Heizer. Directed by Alison Eastwood.
- Director Alison Eastwood
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Rails & Ties Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Rails & Ties 44 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.
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IMDb 6.7 /10
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Metacritic 44 Metascore
User score 4.0
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TMDB 63% User score
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Rails & Ties Plot Summary
What happens in Rails & Ties from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Kevin Bacon showcases his incredible acting prowess, effortlessly conveying a character’s emotions and inner turmoil without uttering a single word. His portrayal invites viewers to reflect on how they might respond in similar circumstances. This film masterfully narrates a poignant story centered around a twelve-year-old boy whose mother tragically chooses to end her life in a devastating train wreck. While the specifics of her anguish remain elusive, it becomes clear that she is resolute in her decision to take her son along with her. However, at the very last moment, the boy escapes from the oncoming train, making a difficult choice to survive after desperately trying to save his mother before the impending disaster.
Full summary
The whole story of Rails & Ties, scene by scene
Rails & Ties Box Office
Rails & Ties grossed $22,136 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$22.1K
- US & Canada
- $22.1K
How Well Do You Know Rails & Ties?
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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Who plays the role of the engineer in 'Rails & Ties'?
Cars in Rails & Ties
23 cars on screen, including the 1995 Ford Explorer and the 2003 GMC Safari.
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1994 Chevrolet Corsica Minor role -
1999 Honda Civic Coupe Minor role
Rails & Ties Also Known As
13 alternative titles, including “Пути и путы” and “Raíles y lazos”.
- Also known as
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- Пути и путы
- Raíles y lazos
- Sorsvonat
- Rails & Ties - Aufbruch in ein neues Leben
- Rails and Ties
- Rails & Ties - Rotaie e legami
- Trilhos do Destino
- מסילות וקשרים
- Křižovatka osudu
- Więzy życia
- レールズ＆タイズ
- Rails i lligams
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- 车祸情缘
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Rails & Ties FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Rails & Ties, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Rails & Ties?
Rails & Ties runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).
When was Rails & Ties released?
Rails & Ties was released on October 26, 2007.
Who directed Rails & Ties?
Rails & Ties was directed by Alison Eastwood.
More films by Alison Eastwood Who is in the cast of Rails & Ties?
Rails & Ties stars Kevin Bacon, Marcia Gay Harden and Miles Heizer.
How much did Rails & Ties make at the box office?
Rails & Ties grossed $22,136 worldwide.
How is Rails & Ties rated?
Rails & Ties has 6.7/10 on IMDb, 44 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.
Does Rails & Ties have a post-credit scene?
No. Rails & Ties has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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