Breaking Free (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1995, Breaking Free is a drama film directed by David Mackay, running about 106 minutes. “Sometimes Love Is Not Blind.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When troubled, cynical teen Rick chooses service at a camp for the blind over serving time at a correctional facility, he thinks he's found the easy way out. Instead, it's the way to a new life. Friendship. Step by step, as Rick helps a blinded Gymnast rediscover the joys of competition through equestrian show jumping, they begin to take control of the most important journey of all... a journey called life.
Who’s in it. Breaking Free stars Jeremy London as Rick Chilton, Gina Philips as Lindsay Kurtz, Megan Gallagher as Annie Sobel and Adam Wylie as Billy Rankin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Breaking Free has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Breaking Free page.
If you liked it. Fans of Breaking Free tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Breaking Free (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breaking Free change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Breaking Free worth watching?
- Breaking Free holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Breaking Free?
- Breaking Free stars Jeremy London, Gina Philips, Megan Gallagher, Adam Wylie and Nicolas Surovy.
- When was Breaking Free released?
- Breaking Free was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.