

The Work
2017, English. Directed by Jairus McLeary.
Sometimes change can only come from the inside.
Set entirely inside Folsom Prison, The Work follows three men during four days of intensive group therapy with convicts, revealing an intimate and powerful portrait of authentic human transformation that transcends what we think of as rehabilitation.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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7.5/10 from 42 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Work
The Work isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
Availability in India as of 5 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
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- Released
- 11 March 2017
- Country
- United States of America
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The Work: quick answers
Is The Work worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 42 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Work?
The Work runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Work have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Work. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Work parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Work yet.
Which OTT platform is The Work on?
The Work isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 5 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Work?
If you liked The Work, try Roman Polanski: A Film Memoir, Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20, The Last Repair Shop.
Who directed The Work?
The Work (2017) was directed by Jairus McLeary.