The Wisdom of Trauma (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2021, The Wisdom of Trauma is a documentary film directed by Zaya Benazzo, running about 87 minutes. “Can our deepest pain be a doorway to healing?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. One in five Americans are diagnosed with mental illness every year. Suicide is the second most common cause of death in the US for youth aged 15-24, and kills over 800,000 people globally per year. Drug overdose kills 81,000 in the US annually. The autoimmune disorder epidemic affects 24 million people in the US alone. What is going on? The interconnected epidemics of anxiety, chronic illness and substance abuse are, according to Dr. Gabor Maté, normal - but not in the way you might think.
Who’s in it. The Wisdom of Trauma stars Gabor Maté as Self, Russell Brand as Self, Tim Ferriss as Self and Rae Maté as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Wisdom of Trauma 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 The Wisdom of Trauma page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wisdom of Trauma 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 Wisdom of Trauma (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wisdom of Trauma change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wisdom of Trauma worth watching?
- The Wisdom of Trauma holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wisdom of Trauma?
- The Wisdom of Trauma stars Gabor Maté, Russell Brand, Tim Ferriss and Rae Maté.
- When was The Wisdom of Trauma released?
- The Wisdom of Trauma was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.