Higher Ground
2011, English. Directed by Vera Farmiga.
Inspired by screenwriter Carolyn S. Briggs' memoir This Dark World, a tight-knit spiritual community is thrown off-kilter when one of their own begins to question her faith, love, and trust - in human relationships as well as in God.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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5.9/10 from 68 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Higher Ground isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Vera FarmigaDirector
- Vera FarmigaCorinne Walker
- Donna MurphyKathleen Walker
- Dagmara DominczykAnnika
- John HawkesCW Walker
- Joshua LeonardEthan Miller
- Nina AriandaWendy Walker
- Taissa FarmigaTeenage Corinne Walker
- Taylor SchwenckeYoung Wendy Walker
- Boyd HolbrookTeenage Ethan Miller
- Norbert Leo ButzPastor Bill
- Bill IrwinPastor Bud
- Michael ChernusNed
Details
- Released
- 26 August 2011
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Carolyn S. Briggs, Tim Metcalfe
- Budget
- $2M
- Box office
- $842K
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Higher Ground: quick answers
Is Higher Ground worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 68 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Higher Ground?
Higher Ground runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Does Higher Ground have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Higher Ground. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Higher Ground parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Higher Ground is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Higher Ground on?
Higher Ground isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like Higher Ground?
If you liked Higher Ground, try The Ledge, An Interview with God, Martha Marcy May Marlene.
Who directed Higher Ground?
Higher Ground (2011) was directed by Vera Farmiga and stars Vera Farmiga, Donna Murphy, Dagmara Dominczyk.