We Were the Mulvaneys (2002): Cast & Plot
We Were the Mulvaneys is a 2002 drama directed by Peter Werner, starring Tammy Blanchard as Marianne Mulvaney, Mark Famiglietti and Tom Guiry. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 26m (86 min)
- Director
- Peter Werner
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Von Zerneck Sertner Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is We Were the Mulvaneys About?
The premise of We Were the Mulvaneys without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Adapted from the novel of the same title, the film offers a nuanced, emotionally resonant look at the Mulvaney family as they navigate deep conflict, lingering fear, and a devastating tragedy that forces each member to confront their own inner demons and the truth of who they are.
We Were the Mulvaneys Themes & Keywords
· 23 tags- fear
- reunion
- claim in title
- water
- trail of tears
- ruined life
- naivete
- loneliness
- illness
- father
- exile
- dream
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- brother brother relationship
- broke
- broken heart
- blood
- date rape
- veterinarian
- rape
- broken nose
- cat
- based on novel
- based on book
We Were the Mulvaneys Cast & Characters
Tammy Blanchard leads the cast as Marianne Mulvaney, with Mark Famiglietti as Mike Mulvaney Jr. and Tom Guiry as Judd Mulvaney. Directed by Peter Werner; 27 actors are credited in all.
- Director Peter Werner
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Tammy Blanchard as Marianne Mulvaney -
Mark Famiglietti as Mike Mulvaney Jr. -
Tom Guiry as Judd Mulvaney - Jacob Pitts as Patrick Mulvaney
Also Starring in We Were the Mulvaneys
· 23 more- Beau Bridges Michael Mulvaney, Sr.
- Blythe Danner Corinne Mulvaney
- Shawn Roberts Zachary Lundt
- Jon Ted Wynne Mort Lundt
- George R. Robertson Dr. Oakley
- Colin Ferguson Dr. Witt
- Janine Theriault Katya
- Victor Cowie Judge Kirkland
- Robert Huculak Coach Hanson
- Wayne Nicklas Ray Pringle
- Chris Sigurdson Deputy Harris
- Susan Kelso Mrs. Rowe
- Jennifer Pudavick Julie
- Leigh Enns Trish La Porte
- Muriel Hogue Lydia Bethune
- David Gillies Dr. Herring
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- B. Pat Burns Hawley
- Kalyn Bomback Cheerleader
- John O'Callaghan Abelove
- Lora Schroeder Mrs. Blicker
- Michal Grajewski Austin
- Raimey Gallant Marissa
- Lauren Ritz Vicky
More from Peter Werner
More films directed by Peter Werner, best-rated first: No Man's Land, Prosecuting Casey Anthony, Bond of Silence and A Dog Named Christmas.
We Were the Mulvaneys Plot Summary
What happens in We Were the Mulvaneys from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1974, the Mulvaneys, a well-regarded family living on the High Point farm in Mount Ephraim, upstate New York, appear to epitomize a stable, closely knit life. The household is led by Michael Mulvaney, Sr. Beau Bridges, a successful roofing contractor, and Corinne Mulvaney Blythe Danner, whose devotion to family anchors the clan. Their children—Mike Jr. [Mark Famiglietti], Patrick [Jacob Pitts], Marianne [Tammy Blanchard], and Judd [Tom Guiry]—are treated as bright hopes of a community that admires the Mulvaneys for their warmth, generosity, and shared traditions. The family’s farm, High Point, sits at the heart of this quiet town, a symbol of their stature and the careful balance they maintain between public respect and private bond.
Full summary
The whole story of We Were the Mulvaneys, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know We Were the Mulvaneys?
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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Cars in We Were the Mulvaneys
17 cars on screen, including the 1969 Pontiac Safari and the 1977 Chevrolet B-Series.
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1972 Chevrolet K-10 Minor role -
1968 Dodge Coronet Minor role
We Were the Mulvaneys Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “La tragedia de los Mulvaney” and “Ние бяхме семейство Мълвени”.
- Also known as
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- La tragedia de los Mulvaney
- Ние бяхме семейство Мълвени
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We Were the Mulvaneys FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of We Were the Mulvaneys, each answered in a sentence.
How long is We Were the Mulvaneys?
We Were the Mulvaneys runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).
When was We Were the Mulvaneys released?
We Were the Mulvaneys was released on April 8, 2002.
Who directed We Were the Mulvaneys?
We Were the Mulvaneys was directed by Peter Werner.
More films by Peter Werner Who is in the cast of We Were the Mulvaneys?
We Were the Mulvaneys stars Tammy Blanchard as Marianne Mulvaney, Mark Famiglietti as Mike Mulvaney Jr. and Tom Guiry as Judd Mulvaney, among 27 credited actors.
Does We Were the Mulvaneys have a post-credit scene?
No. We Were the Mulvaneys has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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