The Upside
Phillip is a wealthy quadriplegic who needs a caretaker to help him with his day-to-day routine in his New York penthouse. He decides to hire Dell, a struggling parolee who's trying to reconnect with his ex and his young son. Despite coming from two different worlds, an unlikely friendship starts to blossom.
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Streaming now in the United States on Hulu.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
Trailers and promos
Official Trailer
"Aretha" TV Commercial
"Happening" TV Commercial
Kevin Hart And Nicole Kidman Don't Get Along - Extended Preview
"Dell Unveils Painting" Clip
“Divide” Featurette
“Apple" Featurette
Limelight
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Frequently asked questions about The Upside
Where can I watch The Upside in the United States?
The Upside is available to stream on Hulu in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Upside on Hulu?
Yes. The Upside is streaming on Hulu in the United States.
Can I watch The Upside for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Upside needs a subscription to Hulu, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Upside?
The Upside scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Upside?
The Upside stars Kevin Hart, Bryan Cranston, Nicole Kidman, Golshifteh Farahani, and Aja Naomi King. Neil Burger is the director.
How long is The Upside?
The Upside runs 2h 6m (126 minutes).
When did The Upside come out?
The Upside was released on January 10, 2019.
Which studio made The Upside?
The Upside was produced by Escape Artists in the United States.
What was the budget for The Upside?
The Upside was made on a budget of $37,500,000.
How much did The Upside make at the box office?
The Upside grossed $125,856,180 worldwide, against a budget of $37,500,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.