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Best Years Gone

  • 2021
  • 1h 34m
IMDb RATING
4.8/10
122
YOUR RATING
Jim Greulich, Victoria Jackson, Terence Knox, Greg Mason, DJ Perry, Dean Teaster, Lana Wood, Matthew Ketchum, Zoie Dye, Tessa Dye, Ian Griffin, Randy Spence, Shane Hagedorn, Robert Bradley, Melissa Anschutz, and Erika Hoveland in Best Years Gone (2021)
CDI's 'BEST YEARS GONE' official trailer - 
Directed by Shane Hagedorn 
Screenplay by DJ Perry 
From the book "Hope From Heaven" by Karl Manke
Play trailer2:43
9 Videos
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ComedyDrama

After years of destructive behavior, Gil is devoid of any real friends or family save the 'love of his life' Sylvia. This relationship is further strained by Sylvia's twin daughters who have... Read allAfter years of destructive behavior, Gil is devoid of any real friends or family save the 'love of his life' Sylvia. This relationship is further strained by Sylvia's twin daughters who have been victimized by Sylvia's past boyfriends.After years of destructive behavior, Gil is devoid of any real friends or family save the 'love of his life' Sylvia. This relationship is further strained by Sylvia's twin daughters who have been victimized by Sylvia's past boyfriends.

  • Director
    • Shane Hagedorn
  • Writers
    • Karl Manke
    • DJ Perry
  • Stars
    • Lana Wood
    • Victoria Jackson
    • Terence Knox
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    4.8/10
    122
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Shane Hagedorn
    • Writers
      • Karl Manke
      • DJ Perry
    • Stars
      • Lana Wood
      • Victoria Jackson
      • Terence Knox
    • 8User reviews
    • 5Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 4 wins & 6 nominations total

    Videos9

    BEST YEARS GONE (Official Trailer)
    Trailer 2:43
    BEST YEARS GONE (Official Trailer)
    Erika Hoveland on 'Sylvia' from Best Years Gone
    Featurette 1:49
    Erika Hoveland on 'Sylvia' from Best Years Gone
    Erika Hoveland on 'Sylvia' from Best Years Gone
    Featurette 1:49
    Erika Hoveland on 'Sylvia' from Best Years Gone
    Dean Teaster on 'Tinker' from BEST YEARS GONE
    Featurette 1:42
    Dean Teaster on 'Tinker' from BEST YEARS GONE
    'BEST YEARS GONE' Official Premiere Video
    Featurette 3:39
    'BEST YEARS GONE' Official Premiere Video
    Official 'Off to the Races' Music Video
    Featurette 4:58
    Official 'Off to the Races' Music Video
    Behind the Scenes of 'Best Years Gone'
    Featurette 3:54
    Behind the Scenes of 'Best Years Gone'

    Photos25

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    Lana Wood
    Lana Wood
    • Edith
    Victoria Jackson
    Victoria Jackson
    • Mrs. Pat
    Terence Knox
    Terence Knox
    • Izzy
    DJ Perry
    DJ Perry
    • Gil Gilles
    Melissa Anschutz
    Melissa Anschutz
    • Mandy
    Randy Spence
    Randy Spence
    • Gil's dad
    Shane Hagedorn
    Shane Hagedorn
    • Ike Gilles
    Erika Hoveland
    Erika Hoveland
    • Sylvia
    Dean Teaster
    Dean Teaster
    • Tinker
    Anthony Hornus
    Anthony Hornus
    • Sheriff Greeney
    Jason M. Varso
    • Trooper #1
    Ian Griffin
    Ian Griffin
    • Deputy Anson
    Greg Mason
    Greg Mason
    • Arnie
    Cheryl Heinz
    • Midway Diner Patron
    Robert Bradley
    Robert Bradley
    • Jed
    Tessa Dye
    • Peggy
    Jim Greulich
    Jim Greulich
    • Mr. Pat
    Dane DeFord
    • Midway Diner Patron
    • Director
      • Shane Hagedorn
    • Writers
      • Karl Manke
      • DJ Perry
    • All cast & crew
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    User reviews8

    4.8122
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    8meganmariekennison

    Delightful film

    A charming film with great character! Gil did a wonderful job as a fumbling "stepfather" to those evil twins! Zoie and Tessa Dye were spectacular in their film debut, and played their roles to a T!

    A heartwarming film with a great cast!
    8ppccaarr

    Entertaining with great characters!

    This is a very entertaining dark comedy with characters you want to follow, in particular the lead actor, DJ Perry, who plays a charming rogue with perhaps a few screws missing. The cast is strong throughout and the story keeps you guessing! I thoroughly enjoyed this film!
    10chrisdeighton

    There's a little Gil in all of us

    Great movie. Solid storyline about the struggles in life and relationships. Surprisingly laugh out loud humor mixed in. Kinda like Joe Dirt meets Step Brothers. I thoroughly enjoyed this flick!!
    10Gatticus333

    Cool and entertaining

    Overall an interesting and entertaining movie.

    We very much enjoyed the music and felt the story was funny with a meaningful plot.

    It was the first time I have been to the movie theater in years which brought back that nostalgic feeling and smell of popcorn.

    This film makes me want to start going out to the the movie theaters once again.

    Thumbs up to the cast and crew for job well done great especially during such difficult times.
    10fish-70970

    Great movie

    CDI Tribe has hit another one out of the park. Saw this movie 9-23-21 and am just blown away. Victoria Jackson has a small part but her Yooper accent is spot on. DJ Perry again gives a spot on performance and has written an excellent screen play. Shane Hagedorn directed and acted wonderfully. Will probably watch it again.

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      DJ Perry credited the unique 'Gil Gilles' strut to the influence and inspiration of Sherman Hemsley's famous George Jefferson character. It was a nice tip of the hat to a great actor and role.

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      • 2021 (United States)
    • Country of origin
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    • Also known as
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