Movie

Surfacing

“A Hazardous Search Becomes A Passionate Struggle”

★ 4.7(7)19811h 29m

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Where to watch Surfacing

🇨🇦 Canada

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Good to know

Director: Claude Jutra
Release date: 1981-07-25
Runtime: 1h 29m
Language: English
Budget: $2,250,000
Status: Released
Country: Canada
Studio: Surfacing Film Productions

About Surfacing

Surfacing is a 1981 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Claude Jutra, starring Kathleen Beller, R.H. Thomson and Joseph Bottoms. It has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.7/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Surfacing in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Following her father's puzzling disappearance, Kate and her city-bred companions brave the untamed backwoods in a desperate search for him. However, the harsh environment becomes a dangerous catalyst for their explosive mix of personalities, propelling them into a world of raw emotion and unbridled passion.

Cast

Kathleen Beller

Kate

R.H. Thomson

David

Joseph Bottoms

Joe

Michael Ironside

Wayne

Margaret Dragu

Anna

Larry Schwartz

Rod

James Buller

Paul

Matthew McCauley

Roger

Diane Bigelow

Nikki

Mark Letterman

Gas Station Attendant

Themes & keywords

based on novel or booksearchdisappearance

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Surfacing in Canada?+

Surfacing is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Surfacing on Netflix?+

Surfacing is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Surfacing?+

Surfacing has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

Who stars in Surfacing?+

Surfacing stars Kathleen Beller, R.H. Thomson, Joseph Bottoms, Michael Ironside and Margaret Dragu.

When did Surfacing come out?+

Surfacing is a 1981 movie directed by Claude Jutra.

What genre is Surfacing?+

Surfacing is Drama film.

Who directed Surfacing?+

Surfacing was directed by Claude Jutra.