A Place to Grow (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 8

Released in 1998, A Place to Grow is a drama film directed by Merlin Miller, running about 96 minutes. “A heart-rending tale of hope and struggle.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Following his brother's death, a musician returns home to the farm. He intends to sell it, but over the course of his visit, develops an appreciation for the hands-on, old-style method of farming that goes on there. As he spends more time on the farm, he begins to suspect that his brother's death might not have occurred the way he'd first thought, and that foul play might have been involved. A heart-rending drama of love, loss, and the value of family, A Place to Grow will touch your heart. Starring stage and screen stalwart, Wilford Brimley (The Natural, In & Out).
Who’s in it. A Place to Grow stars Wilford Brimley as Jake, Gary Morris as Matt Walker and John Beck as Paul Shuler.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, A Place to Grow sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Place to Grow page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Place to Grow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Place to Grow (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Place to Grow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Place to Grow worth watching?
- A Place to Grow holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Place to Grow?
- A Place to Grow stars Wilford Brimley, Gary Morris and John Beck.
- When was A Place to Grow released?
- A Place to Grow was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.