What genre is Short Term 12?

Short Term 12 is categorised as Drama.

Who stars in Short Term 12?

Rami Malek, LaKeith Stanfield, Stephanie Beatriz, Brie Larson, John Gallagher Jr. appear in the main cast.

Who directed Short Term 12?

Destin Daniel Cretton directed Short Term 12.

How long is Short Term 12?

Short Term 12 runs for 1h 36m (96 minutes).

Is Short Term 12 worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 7.8/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch Short Term 12?

Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

Short Term 12 (2013)

Name: Short Term 12
Genre: Drama
Released: 2013
Duration: 96 min
Cast: Rami Malek, LaKeith Stanfield, Stephanie Beatriz, Brie Larson, John Gallagher Jr.

Movie 1h 36m ★ 7.8/10

Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something

Drama

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Dating from 2013, Short Term 12 sits in the drama corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton. The cast includes Rami Malek, LaKeith Stanfield and Stephanie Beatriz. The running time is 1h 36m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.8 out of 10.

Synopsis

Grace, a compassionate young supervisor at a foster care facility, helps at-risk teens. But when a new charge dredges up memories of her own troubled past, Grace's tough exterior begins eroding.

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Questions about Short Term 12

What genre is Short Term 12?: Short Term 12 is categorised as Drama.
Who stars in Short Term 12?: Rami Malek, LaKeith Stanfield, Stephanie Beatriz, Brie Larson, John Gallagher Jr. appear in the main cast.
Who directed Short Term 12?: Destin Daniel Cretton directed Short Term 12.
How long is Short Term 12?: Short Term 12 runs for 1h 36m (96 minutes).
Is Short Term 12 worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 7.8/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Short Term 12?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

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