Freeheld (2015) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2015 · 103 min · English

#17,403 1,272

Directed by

Peter Sollett

Starring

Michael Shannon, Elliot Page, Julianne Moore, Steve Carell

Facing a terminal illness, New Jersey detective Laurel Hester fights for her right to leave her pension to her longtime partner, Stacie Andree. When county officials obstruct her wishes, a determined fight for justice begins. Detective Wells and activist Steven Goldstein join forces, rallying a community to challenge the obstacles and advocate for equality and the right to love.