A Reason to Live (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film
Released in 1985, A Reason to Live is a drama and tv movie film directed by Peter Levin, running about 96 minutes. “A father on the brink of suicide. A son racing against time to save him.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When Gus Stewart's wife announces that she wants to divorce him, he starts thinking about committing suicide. His 14-year-old son Alex notices this and desperately tries to prevent him from doing so and to give his father a reason to live.
Who’s in it. A Reason to Live stars Ricky Schroder as Alex Stewart, Peter Fonda as Gus Stewart, Deidre Hall as Delores Stewart and Tracey Gold as Ellen Maynes, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Reason to Live page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Reason to Live tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Reason to Live (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Reason to Live change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Reason to Live?
- A Reason to Live stars Ricky Schroder, Peter Fonda, Deidre Hall, Tracey Gold and Maxine Stuart.
- When was A Reason to Live released?
- A Reason to Live was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.