Anywhere but Here
1999, English. Directed by Wayne Wang.
A story of a mother who knows best... and a daughter who knows better.
Single mother Adele August is bad with money, and even worse when it comes to making decisions. Her straight-laced daughter, Ann, is a successful high school student with Ivy League aspirations. When Adele decides to pack up and move the two of them from the Midwest to Beverly Hills, Calif., to pursue her dreams of Hollywood success, Ann grows frustrated with her mother's irresponsible and impulsive ways.
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 308 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Anywhere but Here
Anywhere but Here isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 12 November 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Mona Simpson, Alvin Sargent
- Budget
- $23M
- Box office
- $19M
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What Anywhere but Here is based on
Anywhere but Here is based on Anywhere But Here (1986) by Mona Simpson.
1986
Anywhere But Here
By Mona Simpson
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Anywhere but Here: quick answers
Is Anywhere but Here worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 308 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Anywhere but Here?
Anywhere but Here runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Does Anywhere but Here have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Anywhere but Here. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Anywhere but Here parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Anywhere but Here is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Anywhere but Here on?
Anywhere but Here isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Anywhere but Here?
If you liked Anywhere but Here, try LOL, Chéri, Made in Heaven.
Who directed Anywhere but Here?
Anywhere but Here (1999) was directed by Wayne Wang and stars Susan Sarandon, Natalie Portman, Hart Bochner.
What is Anywhere but Here based on?
Anywhere but Here is based on Anywhere But Here (1986) by Mona Simpson.