

The Art of Getting By
2011-06-17 · 83 min · ★ 6.6
George, a lonely and fatalistic teen who's made it all the way to his senior year without ever having done a real day of work, is befriended by Sally, a popular but complicated girl who recognizes in him a kindred spirit.
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- Directors
- Gavin Wiesen
- Production companies
- Goldcrest Films International, Atlantic Pictures, Gigi Films
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Revenue
- USD 1,406,224
Top Cast
Freddie HighmoreGeorge Zinavoy
Emma RobertsSally Howe
Michael AngaranoDustin
Elizabeth ReaserCharlotte Howe
Alicia SilverstoneMs. Herman
Sasha SpielbergZoe
Marcus Carl FranklinWill
Ann DowdMrs. Grimes
Blair UnderwoodPrincipal
Rita WilsonVivian Sargent
Sam RobardsJack Sargent
Sophie Lane CurtisChastity
Maya Ri SanchezCynthia
Ann HaradaMrs. Dougherty
Jarlath ConroyHarris McElroy
Andrew LevitasJavier
Dan LeonardNick
Lindsay-Elizabeth HandSally's Friend (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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