The Fundamentals of Caring

2016, Mystery & thriller/Drama, 1h 33m

35 Reviews 5,000+ Ratings

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The Fundamentals of Caring gets maximum mileage out of the chemistry between its well-matched leads as it follows a fairly well-worn coming-of-age road trip route. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

A writer (Paul Rudd) retires after a personal tragedy and becomes a disabled teen's caregiver. When the two embark on an impromptu road trip, their ability to cope is tested as they start to understand the importance of hope and friendship.

Cast & Crew

Paul Rudd
Ben Benjamin
Selena Gomez
Dot
Jennifer Ehle
Elsa
Craig Roberts
Trevor
Megan Ferguson
Peaches
Julia Denton
Janet
Alex Huff
Jodie
Samantha Huskey
Kaitlin
Bill Murphey
Mike
Donna Biscoe
Rob Burnett
Director
Rob Burnett
Screenwriter
Rob Burnett
Producer
Donna Gigliotti
Producer
James Spies
Producer
Jamal Daniel
Executive Producer
Renee Witt
Executive Producer
Giles Nuttgens
Cinematography
Christopher Passig
Film Editing
Ryan Miller
Original Music
Meghan C. Rogers
Production Design
Gershon Ginsburg
Art Director
Maria Nay
Set Decoration
Peggy Stamper
Costume Design
Andrea Craven
Casting
Tara Feldstein
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