The Station Agent

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The Station Agent

R,

2003,

1h 28m,

Drama

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94%

151 Reviews

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89%

25,000+ Ratings

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94%

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151 Reviews

89%

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25,000+ Ratings

The life of train aficionado and downcast little person Finbar McBride takes an unexpected turn when his boss dies and wills him a railroad depot in New Jersey. He decides to relocate to the small town, where he befriends talkative food vendor Joe Oramas and unhappy wife Olivia Harris. As the trio's interactions deepen, quirky conversations and outcomes ensue. McBride also gains insight from librarian Emily.

Critics Consensus

A sweet and quirky film about a dwarf, a refreshment stand operator, and a reclusive artist connecting with one another.

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Anthony Lane

The New Yorker

Feb 24, 2023

None of the central performers put a foot wrong; Dinklage excels as a burdened man who is angry, tired, and tough.

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Amy Taubin

Film Comment Magazine

Apr 10, 2018

The Station Agent is little more than a three-character, metaphorically burdened off-Broadway play, but Peter Dinklage's understated performance gives it a bit of substance.

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Antonia Quirke

London Evening Standard

Dec 18, 2017

Dinklage is a star, for sure, but the film is hypnotic because of its unusually certain and constantly delicate tone.

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Sean Axmaker

Stream on Demand

Apr 14, 2023

For the first time in his career, [Peter] Dinklage was allowed to play someone with dimension, passion, and an identity beyond his physical attributes, and he makes the most of it.

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Rob Gonsalves

Rob's Movie Vault

Sep 19, 2022

B

Dinklage, much the best reason to see the movie, brings what must be a lifetime of weathering insults and morbid curiosity to his role.

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Michael Clark

Epoch Times

Oct 24, 2021

5/5

If you're in the market for a human-interest story which earns its uplift and inspiration tags through deft writing without beating you over the head with clichés and stereotypes, you're not likely to find a better example than The Station Agent.

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Han S

Oct 26, 2018

One of the best movie about connecting with other people, and one of the few where Dinklage can really shine. Please give that men good stories to act, he deserves them.

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Theodore L

Jul 11, 2017

A beautifully subtle and endearing film. Peter Dinklage is phenomenal.

Luke S

Mar 27, 2017

Bobby Cannavale performance was refreshing, his character joie de vie was incredible contagious. All together with a strong sense that life is not easy path for most, but still joy is hidden in every corner

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Draco G

Mar 23, 2017

A movie about three people who have no business hanging out with each other. But then the guy Joe forces them to do it anyway. But they still don't really like each other. Joe is always hitting on Olivia. Fin is always sad for reasons that are obvious, he's a dwarf. This movie is such an odd little thing. But its so memorable. The thing just works. I really enjoyed it.

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Rey G

Mar 7, 2017

A small movie with a big heart

Abraham W

Feb 16, 2017

Fantastic movie. Even without any major conflicts or resolutions in the story, this film still soars thanks to its intriguing and compelling character development and self-reflection, supported by stellar humor and wonderful performances from its cast, especially its three leads and Williams.

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Tom McCarthy

Director

Peter Dinklage

Finbar McBride

Patricia Clarkson

Olivia Harris

Bobby Cannavale

Joe Oramas

Raven Goodwin

Cleo

Paul Benjamin

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Synopsis

The life of train aficionado and downcast little person Finbar McBride takes an unexpected turn when his boss dies and wills him a railroad depot in New Jersey. He decides to relocate to the small town, where he befriends talkative food vendor Joe Oramas and unhappy wife Olivia Harris. As the trio's interactions deepen, quirky conversations and outcomes ensue. McBride also gains insight from librarian Emily.

Director: Tom McCarthy
Producer: Mary Jane Skalski, Robert May, Kathryn Tucker
Screenwriter: Tom McCarthy
Distributor: Miramax Films
Production Co: SenArt Films, Next Wednesday Productions
Rating: R (Some Drug Content|Language)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 10, 2003, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 8, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $5.7M
Runtime: 1h 28m
Sound Mix: SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS, Surround

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