Medicine for Melancholy
2009, English. Directed by Barry Jenkins.
Waking from a one-night stand that neither remembers, Micah and Joanne find themselves wandering the streets of San Francisco, sharing coffee and conversation and searching for a deeper connection.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 54 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Medicine for Melancholy
Medicine for Melancholy is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India.
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Cast & crew
- Barry JenkinsDirector
- Wyatt CenacMicah
- Tracey HegginsJo
- Elizabeth AckerHousing Rights Committee Member
- Melissa BisagniCassandra Jay
- DeMorge BrownMOAD (voice)
- Powell DeGrangeHousing Rights Committee Member
- Chida EmekaHousing Rights Committee Member
- John FriedbergHousing Rights Committee Member
- Dana JuliusHousing Rights Committee Member
- Ondine KilkerHousing Rights Committee Member
- Tommi Avicolli MeccaHousing Rights Committee Member
- Erin KlenowMuseum Staffer
Details
- Released
- 30 January 2009
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Barry Jenkins
- Budget
- $13K
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Medicine for Melancholy: quick answers
Is Medicine for Melancholy worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 54 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Medicine for Melancholy?
Medicine for Melancholy runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Medicine for Melancholy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Medicine for Melancholy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Medicine for Melancholy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Medicine for Melancholy is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Medicine for Melancholy on?
Medicine for Melancholy is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Medicine for Melancholy?
If you liked Medicine for Melancholy, try The Secret: Dare to Dream, Lovely, Still, The Lost Husband.
Who directed Medicine for Melancholy?
Medicine for Melancholy (2009) was directed by Barry Jenkins and stars Wyatt Cenac, Tracey Heggins, Elizabeth Acker.