---
title: "Almost Home"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/almost-home-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 650278
imdb_id: "tt6250876"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 92
community_rating: 4.2
vote_count: 8
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Almost Home (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/almost-home-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Almost Home is a 2019 drama that follows a teenage girl who escapes an abusive home environment to navigate life on the streets of Los Angeles. Upon her arrival, she integrates into a community of other homeless youth, forming a de facto family as they collectively struggle to survive in an unforgiving urban landscape.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A runaway teenager finds an unlikely new family among the homeless youth of Los Angeles."

### Why Watch
- Explores the realities of homelessness through a grounded, character-driven narrative.
- Features a compelling focus on the formation of surrogate family structures.
- Provides a raw look at the survival struggles of youth in Los Angeles.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The heavy subject matter regarding abuse and homelessness may be distressing for some viewers.
- Tone & Suitability: The film maintains a serious, somber tone with a measured pace that emphasizes the daily hardships of its subjects.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #social-realism, #coming-of-age, #urban-drama, #found-family, #gritty-realism

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, Pluto TV, Plex, Plex Channel, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Plex | Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jessica Blank, Erik Jensen

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Hannah Marks**
- **Niko Guardado**
- **Max Burkholder**
- **Mike Hernandez** as *Store Owner*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Almost Home?
Streaming availability for Almost Home varies by region and platform; check your local digital movie services for current listings.

### Q: Is this film worth watching?
The film is worth watching for those interested in social dramas that offer an empathetic, grounded look at the lives of homeless youth.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
Almost Home has a total runtime of one hour and thirty-two minutes.

### Q: Is this a series or a standalone film?
Almost Home is a standalone feature film released in 2019.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Almost Home — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/650278)
- [Almost Home (2019) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/650278-almost-home/cast)
- [Almost Home (2019) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/almost-home-2019-1/credits)
- [Almost Home (2019) Cast and Crew - Cast Photos and Info](https://www.fandango.com/almost-home-2019-221482/cast-and-crew)
- [Almost Home (2018) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6250876/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*