The Odd Life of Timothy Green (2012)
Kernel Score: 78% · 1,241 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Fantasy, Drama, Comedy, Family
Released: 2012-08-15
Runtime: 105 minutes
Where to watch The Odd Life of Timothy Green
- Stream: Disney+
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A childless couple bury a box in their backyard, containing all of their wishes for an infant. Soon, a child is born, though Timothy Green is not all that he appears.
The Odd Life of Timothy Green parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that this Disney fantasy-drama is family-friendly with an unusual, gentle plot about parenthood.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Peter Hedges
Cast
- Jennifer Garner as Cindy Green
- Joel Edgerton as Jim Green
- CJ Adams as Timothy Green
- Odeya Rush as Joni Jerome
- Shohreh Aghdashloo as Evette Onat
- Rosemarie DeWitt as Brenda Best
- David Morse as James Green, Sr.
- Ron Livingston as Franklin Crudstaff
- Dianne Wiest as Ms. Bernice Crudstaff
- M. Emmet Walsh as Uncle Bub
The Odd Life of Timothy Green FAQ
Is The Odd Life of Timothy Green good?
The Odd Life of Timothy Green has a 78% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,241 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Odd Life of Timothy Green?
In the US you can stream The Odd Life of Timothy Green on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Odd Life of Timothy Green OK for kids?
The Odd Life of Timothy Green is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that this Disney fantasy-drama is family-friendly with an unusual, gentle plot about parenthood.
What movies are like The Odd Life of Timothy Green?
If you liked The Odd Life of Timothy Green, try The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex, Slumberland, Henry Danger: The Movie and The Willoughbys.