Helen (2009)

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On the outside, Helen has it all – a loving family and a successful career – but when her suppressed mental illness resurfaces, the world crumbles around her. Crippled by depression, Helen finds solace through her friendship with Mathilda, a kindred spirit struggling with bipolar disorder.

• Released: 2009-11-26
• Genres: Drama
• Runtime: 2h 0m
• Status: Released
• TMDB rating: 6.5/10 from 69 votes

Directed by Sandra Nettelbeck.

Top cast

• Ashley Judd as Helen
• Goran Višnjić as David
• Lauren Lee Smith as Mathilda
• Alexia Fast as Julie
• Alberta Watson as Dr. Sherman
• Leah Cairns as Susanna
• David Hewlett as Frank
• David Nykl as John
• Chelah Horsdal as Kara
• Ali Liebert as Donna

Full cast & crew

Where to watch Helen

• United States: watch free on Hoopla, Plex, Plex Channel, Tubi TV; rent on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home; buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
• Canada: watch free on Hoopla, Tubi TV, Plex

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