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Sherrybaby

2006-09-08 · 96 min · ★ 6.1

Drama

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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Production details

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 GyllenhaalMaggie GyllenhaalSherry Swanson
Brad William HenkeBrad William HenkeBobby Swanson
Sam BottomsSam BottomsBob Swanson Sr.
Giancarlo EspositoGiancarlo EspositoParole Officer Hernandez
Bridget BarkanBridget BarkanLynette Swanson
Ryan SimpkinsRyan SimpkinsAlexis Parks
Kate BurtonKate BurtonMarcia Swanson
Rio HackfordRio HackfordAndy Kelly
Danny TrejoDanny TrejoDean Walker
Michelle HurstMichelle HurstDorothy Washington
Sandra RodríguezDesi
Anna SimpsonAnna SimpsonSabrina
Caroline ClayParole Officer Murphy
Stephen PeabodyStephen PeabodyMr. Monroe
Michael DillonChild at Birthday Party
Helen CoxeHelen CoxeRest Stop Mother
Jayden VargasRest Stop Child
Misha Gonz-CirklMisha Gonz-CirklAA Member (uncredited)
Collin ChristopherAA Member (uncredited)
Cathy HaaseCathy HaaseAA Member (uncredited)

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