One Second at a Time
2023, English. Directed by Tim Searfoss.
Battling the monster of addition
One Second at a Time is a documentary about addiction and recovery, told through the story of Christine Ortoll, a young woman who fought, and ultimately lost, a ten-year battle with mental illness and substance use disorder via overdose.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Tim SearfossDirector
- Beatriz OchoaChristine
- John HardyMike Ortoll
- Dennis MallenPrivate Investigator
- Corey WeberPolice Officer
- Amanda ManezMother
- Tracey ReynoldsKim Ortoll
- Chad GarrettLove Interest - Fiancé
- William VickSelf
- Jorge DiazChristine's Friend
- Kareem EverisonAthlete
- Sienna HallYoung Christine
- Kendra PepeLawyer
Details
- Released
- 27 March 2023
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Tim Searfoss, Daniel Fajardo
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One Second at a Time: quick answers
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How long is One Second at a Time?
One Second at a Time runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does One Second at a Time have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is One Second at a Time on?
One Second at a Time isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like One Second at a Time?
If you liked One Second at a Time, try Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story, Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond - Featuring a Very Special, Contractually Obligated Mention of Tony Clifton, Jobs.
Who directed One Second at a Time?
One Second at a Time (2023) was directed by Tim Searfoss and stars Beatriz Ochoa, John Hardy, Dennis Mallen.