

Year by the Sea
2016, English. Directed by Alexander Janko.
Hoping to reclaim who she was before marriage and children, an empty nester retreats to Cape Cod where she embarks upon a quest to set herself free.
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 16 April 2016
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Alexander Janko
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What Year by the Sea is based on
Year by the Sea is based on a true story.
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Year by the Sea: quick answers
Is Year by the Sea worth watching?
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How long is Year by the Sea?
Year by the Sea runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Does Year by the Sea have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Year by the Sea on?
Year by the Sea isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Year by the Sea?
If you liked Year by the Sea, try A California Christmas: City Lights, Love in Taipei, How to Please a Woman.
Who directed Year by the Sea?
Year by the Sea (2016) was directed by Alexander Janko and stars Karen Allen, Yannick Bisson, Celia Imrie.
What is Year by the Sea based on?
Year by the Sea is based on a true story.