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The Fundamentals of Caring

2016, Drama/Mystery & thriller, 1h 33m

35 Reviews 5,000+ Ratings

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The Fundamentals of Caring gets maximum mileage out of the chemistry between its well-matched leads as it follows a fairly well-worn coming-of-age road trip route. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

A writer (Paul Rudd) retires after a personal tragedy and becomes a disabled teen's caregiver. When the two embark on an impromptu road trip, their ability to cope is tested as they start to understand the importance of hope and friendship.

Rating: TVMA
Genre: Drama, Mystery & thriller
Original Language: English
Director: Rob Burnett
Producer: Rob Burnett, Donna Gigliotti, James Spies
Writer: Rob Burnett
Release Date (Streaming): May 23, 2017
Runtime: 1h 33m
Production Co: Levantine Films, Worldwide Pants

Cast & Crew

Paul Rudd

Ben Benjamin

Selena Gomez

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Jennifer Ehle

Elsa

Craig Roberts

Trevor

Megan Ferguson

Peaches

Julia Denton

Janet

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Critic Reviews for The Fundamentals of Caring

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