 Homer fills the paternal role that Larch previously held for the children of the orphanage, saying, "Goodnight you princes of Maine, you kings of New England".On the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a 71% approval rating, based on 112 reviews with an average rating of 6.6/10.The website's critical consensus reads, ""The Cider House Rules" has wonderful performances, lovely visuals, and an old-fashioned feel."