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The Reason I Jump

2020·Movie
1h 22min
81
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A , documentary: , but never fluffy, .

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

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Based on the book by Naoki Higashida, filmmaker Jerry Rothwell examines the lives of five non-speaking, autistic youngsters.
DocumentaryNeurodiversityAutismHuman ConnectionEmpatheticEducationalLife AffirmingPhilosophicalMovingNon-Verbal Communication

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Where can I stream The Reason I Jump legally?

The Reason I Jump is included with a subscription to Kino Film Collection in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Reason I Jump worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Reason I Jump?

1 h 22 min

The Reason I Jump runs 1 h 22 min.

Will The Reason I Jump make me laugh?

Serious

No. It plays it straight.

Is The Reason I Jump plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven. It leans on character depth and pathos more than on its plot.

Can I half-watch The Reason I Jump?

Easy watchDemanding

Mostly, yes. It asks for some focus, but our viewing guide says you can drop in and out.

Is The Reason I Jump good for date night?

and 5 moreFamily Movie NightKidsPartner WatchAdultsFriends Night

It's better for a family night. Our viewing guide lists it for kids and families, and it also works for couples.

Will The Reason I Jump scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

No.

Will I feel good after watching The Reason I Jump?

BleakHopeful

Yes. It's an uplifting movie that leaves you hopeful.

Is The Reason I Jump based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Reason I Jump?

Critics90
Audiences73

Not quite. Critics rate The Reason I Jump higher (90) than audiences (73). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Reason I Jump in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch The Reason I Jump?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Reason I Jump in 43 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.