Surviving
"It's summer, they're rich and beautiful, filled with passion, and headed for… tragedy."
Originally released in 1985. Surviving is a tv movie/drama film. directed by Waris Hussein. With a runtime of 2h 23m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Zach Galligan, Molly Ringwald, and Ellen Burstyn
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 10, 1985
40 years ago
Runtime
2h 23m
143 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Television
- Telepictures
- Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surviving about?
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 chari...
Who directed Surviving?
Surviving was directed by Waris Hussein.
How long is Surviving?
Surviving has a runtime of 2 hours and 23 minutes (143 minutes total).
When was Surviving released?
Surviving was released on February 10, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Surviving?
The main cast of Surviving includes Zach Galligan, Molly Ringwald, Ellen Burstyn, Len Cariou, Marsha Mason.