---
title: "Akron"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/akron-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 361018
imdb_id: "tt3544014"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 174
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Akron (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/akron-2015

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Akron is a 2015 independent romantic drama film directed by Brian O'Donnell and Sasha King. The movie stars Matthew Frias and Edmund Donovan as two college freshmen who meet and fall in love at a football game held at the University of Akron in Ohio. As the protagonists, Benny and Christopher, begin their relationship, they receive support from their respective friends and families. However, the narrative shifts when a tragic event from the past involving the mothers of the two young men is revealed. This discovery creates a significant conflict that threatens to end their relationship. The film has a runtime of one hour and twenty-eight minutes and was released in the United States on October 6, 2015. It is categorized within the romance and drama genres. The production explores the development of a new romantic bond and the subsequent complications caused by hidden history. The film is also stylized as AKRON. All information regarding the plot and production details is derived from the official records provided by the film's database and historical documentation.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Sasha King, Brian O'Donnell
- **Networks / Studios**: Towpath Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Matthew Frias** as *Benny Cruz*
- **Edmund Donovan** as *Christopher Welling*
- **Andréa Burns** as *Lenora Cruz*
- **Amy da Luz** as *Carol Welling*
- **Joseph Melendez** as *David Cruz*
- **Isabel Rose Machado** as *Becca Cruz*
- **Cailan Rose** as *Julie*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Akron online?
Akron is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Akron worth watching?
Akron holds a community rating of 7.2/10 based on 174 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Romance, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Akron and when was it released?
Akron is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 2015. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Akron?
Akron was directed by Sasha King, Brian O'Donnell.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Akron — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/361018)
- [Akron (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akron_(film))
- [Akron (2015) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/361018-akron/cast)

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