Here to Stay (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 2009, Here to Stay is a documentary film directed by Pierre Barougier, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. Urban sprawl, extinct species, depletion of natural resources and global warming are all causes of deep anxiety. Here to stay takes an uncompromising look at Planet Earth today, in all its beauty but also its scars and contradictions. Illustrating the intricate relationship and contrasts between the miracles of nature and man's obsession in trying to tame them. Can we turn back the tide? What do we really want for ourselves?

Who’s in it. Here to Stay stars Mikhail Gorbachev as Himself, James Lovelock as Himself, Wangari Maathai as Himself and Edgar Morin as Himself.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Here to Stay has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Here to Stay page.

If you liked it. Fans of Here to Stay tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Here to Stay (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Here to Stay change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Here to Stay worth watching?
Here to Stay holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Here to Stay?
Here to Stay stars Mikhail Gorbachev, James Lovelock, Wangari Maathai and Edgar Morin.
When was Here to Stay released?
Here to Stay was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.