Almost Holy (2015): cast, story & where to watch

2015 · Film · ★ 7.1

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Released in 2015, Almost Holy is a drama and documentary film directed by Steve Hoover, running about 96 minutes.

What it’s about. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, Ukraine's social and political institutions faced massive change, including an increasingly corrupt government and crippled infrastructure. A number of the nation's youth wound up homeless and addicted to a lethal cocktail of injected cold medicine and alcohol. In the early 2000s a pastor from Mariupol named Gennadiy Mokhnenko took up the fight against child homelessness by forcibly abducting street kids and bringing them to his Pilgrim Republic rehabilitation center—the largest organization of its kind in the former Soviet Union. Gennadiy's ongoing efforts and unabashedly tough love approach to his city's problems has made him a folk hero for some, and a lawless vigilante to others. Despite criticism, Gennadiy is determined to continue his work.

Who’s in it. Almost Holy stars Gennadiy Mokhnenko.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Almost Holy has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $24K at the box office.

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 Almost Holy page.

If you liked it. Fans of Almost Holy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Almost Holy (2015)?
In US, Almost Holy 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 Almost Holy worth watching?
Almost Holy holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Almost Holy?
Almost Holy stars Gennadiy Mokhnenko.
When was Almost Holy released?
Almost Holy was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.