No Way to Live (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Film · ★ 5.3

No Way to Live poster

Released in 2016, No Way to Live is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Nick Chakwin, running about 84 minutes. “Nothing is black and white” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A teenage interracial couple in the 1950’s rob and steal to escape the bigotry of the American South. But when things turn violent, they are forced to confront the dark secrets of their own.

Who’s in it. No Way to Live stars Freya Tingley as Nora Thompson, Tom Williamson as Monty, Timothy V. Murphy as Detective Frank Giddins and Justin Arnold as Big Jim, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, No Way to Live has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch No Way to Live page.

If you liked it. Fans of No Way to Live tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch No Way to Live (2016)?
In US, No Way to Live is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is No Way to Live worth watching?
No Way to Live holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in No Way to Live?
No Way to Live stars Freya Tingley, Tom Williamson, Timothy V. Murphy, Justin Arnold and Paul Rae.
When was No Way to Live released?
No Way to Live was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.