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Streetwise

1984, English. Directed by Martin Bell.

The streets - your only chance for life.

This documentary about teenagers living on the streets in Seattle began as a magazine article. The film follows nine teenagers who discuss how they live by panhandling, prostitution, and petty theft.

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Runtime
1h 31m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
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7.7/10 from 77 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Streetwise is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.

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Released
7 December 1984
Country
United States of America
Written by
Cheryl McCall
seattle, washingtonhomelessnessteenage prostitutehomelesshomeless teenagerhomeless child

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What comes after Streetwise?

Next in the series: Tiny at 20 (1993), Erin (2005), and Tiny: The Life of Erin Blackwell (2016).

Is Streetwise worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 77 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Streetwise?

Streetwise runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).

Does Streetwise have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Streetwise. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Streetwise parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

No age rating is listed for Streetwise yet.

Which OTT platform is Streetwise on?

Streetwise is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

What movies are like Streetwise?

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Who directed Streetwise?

Streetwise (1984) was directed by Martin Bell and stars Erin Blackwell, Dewayne Pomeroy, Roberta Joseph Hayes.

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