Trying (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2021, Trying is a drama film directed by Lindsay LaVanchy, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. A friendship breakup film. "Trying" follows Nora and Sarah, two childhood best friends who haven't seen each other in almost a year, as they meet for coffee and take a walk around Glassell Park in Los Angeles. Inspired by films like My Dinner with Andre and The Before Trilogy, as well as Esther Perel's podcast, "Trying" explores a critical moment in Nora and Sarah’s relationship as they confront the fear of having grown apart but T-R-Y to reconnect.
Who’s in it. Trying stars Lindsay LaVanchy as Nora, Christos Kalabogias as Izak, Samuel Barron as Alex and Susan Kemp as Sarah.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Trying 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 Trying page.
If you liked it. Fans of Trying tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Trying (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Trying change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Trying worth watching?
- Trying holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Trying?
- Trying stars Lindsay LaVanchy, Christos Kalabogias, Samuel Barron and Susan Kemp.
- When was Trying released?
- Trying was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.