High Above (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 2019, High Above is a drama and romance film directed by Oksana Karas, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Eighteen-year-old Vasya Tikhonova is travelling with her parents to a medical resort near Moscow, seeking treatment. She has a congenital heart defect, and her mother has always been overprotective. But when the Tikhonov family arrives, a murder is committed at the resort. And within seven days, Vasya’s life will change dramatically. She will meet her first love, she will take a big risk fighting for it, and she will make a discovery that is scary, but grants her freedom.
Who’s in it. High Above stars Taisiya Vilkova as Sasha, Philip Avdeev as Misha, Polina Vitorgan as Nina and Darya Zhovner as Rita, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, High Above has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $127.5K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch High Above page.
If you liked it. Fans of High Above tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch High Above (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for High Above change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is High Above worth watching?
- High Above holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in High Above?
- High Above stars Taisiya Vilkova, Philip Avdeev, Polina Vitorgan, Darya Zhovner and Viktoriya Tolstoganova.
- When was High Above released?
- High Above was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.