

Sherrybaby
2006-09-08 · 96 min · ★ 6.1
After serving time in prison, former drug addict Sherry Swanson returns home to reclaim her young daughter from family members who have been raising the child. Sherry's family, especially her sister-in-law, doubt Sherry's ability to be a good mother, and Sherry finds her resolve to stay clean slowly weakening.
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- Directors
- Laurie Collyer
- Production companies
- Red Envelope Entertainment, Big Beach, Elevation Filmworks
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 2,000,000
- Revenue
- USD 622,806
Top Cast
Maggie GyllenhaalSherry Swanson
Brad William HenkeBobby Swanson
Sam BottomsBob Swanson Sr.
Giancarlo EspositoParole Officer Hernandez
Bridget BarkanLynette Swanson
Ryan SimpkinsAlexis Parks
Kate BurtonMarcia Swanson
Rio HackfordAndy Kelly
Danny TrejoDean Walker
Michelle HurstDorothy Washington
Anna SimpsonSabrina
Stephen PeabodyMr. Monroe
Helen CoxeRest Stop Mother
Misha Gonz-CirklAA Member (uncredited)
Cathy HaaseAA Member (uncredited)Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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