Helen (2009)
Overview · Where to watch · Cast & crew · Reviews
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 70 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
Where to watch Helen
- United States: watch free on Plex, 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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