The Above (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2015, The Above is a documentary film directed by Kirsten Johnson, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. A U.S. military surveillance balloon floats on a tether high above Kabul, Afghanistan. Its capacities are both highly classified and deeply mysterious.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Above has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Above page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Above 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 The Above (2015)?
- In US, The Above is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Above worth watching?
- The Above holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Above released?
- The Above was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.