The Art of Getting By(2011)
“The toughest lesson is love.”
Overview
George, a lonely and fatalistic teen who's made it all the way to his senior year without ever having done a real day of work, is befriended by Sally, a popular but complicated girl who recognizes in him a kindred spirit.
Director
Gavin Wiesen
Studio
Goldcrest
Revenue
$1M
Cast
Freddie Highmore
as George Zinavoy
Emma Roberts
as Sally Howe
Michael Angarano
as Dustin
Elizabeth Reaser
as Charlotte Howe
Alicia Silverstone
as Ms. Herman
Sasha Spielberg
as Zoe
Marcus Carl Franklin
as Will
Ann Dowd
as Mrs. Grimes
Blair Underwood
as Principal
Rita Wilson
as Vivian Sargent
Sam Robards
as Jack Sargent
Sophie Lane Curtis
as Chastity
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2011
Runtime
1h 23m
Language
English
Rating
6.6 / 10
Box Office
$1M
Production Companies
Goldcrest • Atlantic Pictures • Gigi Films
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Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Art of Getting By (2011).
What is The Art of Getting By about?▼
George, a lonely and fatalistic teen who's made it all the way to his senior year without ever having done a real day of work, is befriended by Sally, a popular but complicated girl who recognizes in him a kindred spirit.
Who directed The Art of Getting By?▼
The Art of Getting By was directed by Gavin Wiesen and released in 2011. It is a drama, romance film.
How long is The Art of Getting By?▼
The Art of Getting By has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
Who stars in The Art of Getting By?▼
The cast of The Art of Getting By includes Freddie Highmore as George Zinavoy, Emma Roberts as Sally Howe, Michael Angarano as Dustin, Elizabeth Reaser as Charlotte Howe, Alicia Silverstone as Ms. Herman and more.
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