Standing Up, Falling Down (2019) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2019 · 91 mins · English

Echo score 80

#16,424 9

Directed by

Matt Ratner

Starring

Billy Crystal, Ben Schwartz, Eloise Mumford, Grace Gummer, Kate Arrington, Kevin Dunn

A struggling stand-up comedian returns home to Eastern Long Island after setbacks in Los Angeles, where he unexpectedly befriends a charismatic dermatologist battling alcoholism. As they navigate their personal struggles, an unlikely bond forms, and they offer each other support and understanding. Through their connection, each man finds the strength to confront past failures and discover renewed hope for the future.