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Flying By

2009·Movie
1h 35min·PG-13
34
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Big heart, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Centrality8
  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

It's about the music

A real estate developer goes to his 25th high school reunion without his wife, and finds his old teenage band playing. They get him up on stage for a couple of songs, and convince him come to a rehearsal. His wife is outraged that he played. His daughter thinks it's kind of cool. His Mother, in a retirement home, encourages him to enjoy life. He feels some temporary relief from the pressures of business complexities and the stress of marriage tensions. The band gets booked at a popular bar, which leads to a last minute booking to open for a reunion tour, with the possibility of additional tour dates. But the band has internal conflicts. He faces a tough decision to give it a shot even though it will affect his marriage, his family, particularly his daughter, and his business.
Mid-Life DramaMusic-DrivenSecond ChancesFamily ConflictNostalgic ReflectionRelatable StrugglesPassion vs. ResponsibilityCharacter StudyHeartfelt Journey

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Flying By legally?

Flying By is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Runtime. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Flying By worth watching?

34
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Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 35/100 (IMDb 4.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Flying By rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Flying By?

1 h 35 min

Flying By runs 1 h 35 min.

What language is Flying By in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Flying By?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Flying By in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.