The Art of Getting By
2011, English. Directed by Gavin Wiesen.
The toughest lesson is love.
George, a lonely and fatalistic teen who's made it all the way to his senior year without ever having done a real day of work, is befriended by Sally, a popular but complicated girl who recognizes in him a kindred spirit.
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 1,392 TMDB viewer ratings.
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YouTubeCast & crew
- Gavin WiesenDirector
- Freddie HighmoreGeorge Zinavoy
- Emma RobertsSally Howe
- Michael AngaranoDustin
- Elizabeth ReaserCharlotte Howe
- Alicia SilverstoneMs. Herman
- Sasha SpielbergZoe
- Marcus Carl FranklinWill
- Ann DowdMrs. Grimes
- Blair UnderwoodPrincipal
- Rita WilsonVivian Sargent
- Sam RobardsJack Sargent
- Sophie Lane CurtisChastity
Details
- Released
- 17 June 2011
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Gavin Wiesen
- Box office
- $1.4M
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The Art of Getting By: quick answers
Is The Art of Getting By worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 1,392 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Art of Getting By?
The Art of Getting By runs 83 minutes (1h 23m).
Does The Art of Getting By have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Art of Getting By. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Art of Getting By parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Art of Getting By is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Art of Getting By on?
The Art of Getting By isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Art of Getting By?
If you liked The Art of Getting By, try Circle of Friends, Old Fashioned, Flesh and the Devil.
Who directed The Art of Getting By?
The Art of Getting By (2011) was directed by Gavin Wiesen and stars Freddie Highmore, Emma Roberts, Michael Angarano.