AWOL (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2011, AWOL is a drama film directed by Deb Shoval, running about 14 minutes.
What it’s about. Days before deployment to Afghanistan, Joey returns to rural Pennsylvania for Christmas with big dreams of running away to Canada with her beautiful lover. But Joey learns that things don’t always end up as planned. This short film was expanded into a feature film of the same title, it premiered at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival, and it was released in 2017.
Who’s in it. AWOL stars Kayla Dempsey as Joey, Breeda Wool as Rayna, Ruthie O'Dell as Joey's Mom Ruthie and Darrell Larson as Joey's Stepdad Pete, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, AWOL has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch AWOL page.
If you liked it. Fans of AWOL tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch AWOL (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for AWOL change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is AWOL worth watching?
- AWOL holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in AWOL?
- AWOL stars Kayla Dempsey, Breeda Wool, Ruthie O'Dell, Darrell Larson and Roy Brown.
- When was AWOL released?
- AWOL was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.