Movie

Surviving

“It's summer, they're rich and beautiful, filled with passion, and headed for… tragedy.”

★ 5.0(7)19852h 23m

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Where to watch Surviving

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Good to know

Director: Waris Hussein
Release date: 1985-02-10
Runtime: 2h 23m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Warner Bros. Television

Surviving — trailer

About Surviving

Surviving is a 1985 movie in the TV Movie, Drama and Romance genres, directed by Waris Hussein, starring Zach Galligan, Molly Ringwald and Ellen Burstyn. It has a runtime of 2 hours 23 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.0/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Surviving in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Lonnie and Rick seem to be complete opposites, at first glance. A survivor of suicide, Lonnie is introverted and ill at ease around her parents, Lois and Harvey. Rick, meanwhile, is sunny and charismatic. But appearances can be deceiving, as their families learn when the teens begin a romance. Upset about Lonnie's influence on Rick, his parents forbid the pair to see each other -- with tragic consequences.

Cast

Zach Galligan

Rick Brogan

Molly Ringwald

Lonnie

Ellen Burstyn

Tina Brogan

Len Cariou

David Brogan

Marsha Mason

Lois

Paul Sorvino

Harvey

River Phoenix

Philip Brogan

Heather O'Rourke

Sarah Brogan

William Windom

Dr. Madsen

Marc Gilpin

Bobby

Paddi Edwards

Alma

Jane Simoneau

May

Themes & keywords

friendshipsuicidefamily relationshipsparentingsiblingmourningfamily tragedyimpossible love

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Surviving in Canada?+

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

Is Surviving on Netflix?+

Surviving is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Surviving?+

Surviving has a runtime of 2 hours 23 minutes (143 minutes).

Who stars in Surviving?+

Surviving stars Zach Galligan, Molly Ringwald, Ellen Burstyn, Len Cariou and Marsha Mason.

When did Surviving come out?+

Surviving is a 1985 movie directed by Waris Hussein.

What genre is Surviving?+

Surviving is TV Movie, Drama and Romance film.

Who directed Surviving?+

Surviving was directed by Waris Hussein.