This Is Where I Leave You

When their father dies, four grown siblings return to the family home for a week that tests their stubborn bonds. The patriarch's last request forces the clan to stay under one roof with their blunt, opinionated mother and a steady parade of spouses, exes, and maybes. Old grievances rise to the surface as the siblings, each carrying failure and regret, navigate shared memories and the status of fragile relationships. Sharp banter sits beside quiet confessions, and awkward caring sneaks in between the digs. What begins as a tense reunion slowly becomes a messy but moving test of loyalty, showing how complicated love can be and why family still matters, even when it hurts. The week changes the family and reveals forgiveness is mutual.

Directed by Shawn Levy, this 2014 film adapts Jonathan Tropper's novel and teams Jason Bateman, Tina Fey, Jane Fonda, Adam Driver and Rose Byrne for an ensemble that walks a fine line between humor and sentiment with sharp timing.

With a budget of about 19.8 million dollars, the movie grossed roughly 41.3 million worldwide, marking it as a solid performer for a midrange adult comedy drama that found its audience in households seeking humor and heart.

Fans remember the film for its brisk banter and blunt reflections on family life. Penny Moore adds a sharp contemporary edge, while Hillary Altman anchors the story with tough love and honest care. The mix of wit and warmth helped it become a recognizable late 2010s ensemble comedy for viewers.

Critics praised the cast chemistry and the balance of sorrow and humor, noting the film treats grief, reconciliation and the ties that bind siblings with honesty if not subtlety. The movie portrays adulthood as imperfect and fragile yet connected by stubborn loyalty, with performances giving rhythm to chaos and warmth.