Far from the Tree (2017): cast, story & where to watch

2017 · Film · ★ 8

Far from the Tree poster

Released in 2017, Far from the Tree is a documentary film directed by Rachel Dretzin, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. Parents of children who have Down syndrome, dwarfism or autism share intimate stories of the challenges they face. Tracing their joys, challenges, tragedies, and triumphs.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Far from the Tree sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel and AMC+ and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Far from the Tree page.

If you liked it. Fans of Far from the Tree 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 Far from the Tree (2017)?
In US, Far from the Tree is available to stream on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel and AMC+ Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Far from the Tree worth watching?
Far from the Tree holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Far from the Tree released?
Far from the Tree was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.