Stronger (2017)
Kernel Score: 79% · 1,555 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama
Released: 2017-09-22
Runtime: 119 minutes
Where to watch Stronger
- Stream: Fubo, Peacock, UP Faith & Family Apple TV channel, UP Faith & Family Amazon Channel
- Free with ads: The CW, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
A victim of the Boston Marathon bombing in 2013 helps the police track down the killers while struggling to recover from devastating trauma.
Stronger parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Stronger is an R-rated true-story drama about a Boston Marathon bombing survivor's physical and emotional recovery.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts the aftermath of a real terrorist bombing, including loss of limbs and traumatic recovery.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
David Gordon Green
Cast
- Jake Gyllenhaal as Jeff Bauman
- Tatiana Maslany as Erin Hurley
- Miranda Richardson as Patty Bauman
- Richard Lane Jr. as Sully
- Nate Richman as Big D
- Lenny Clarke as Uncle Bob
- Patty O'Neil as Aunt Jenn
- Clancy Brown as Jeff Bauman Sr
- Kate Fitzgerald as Aunt Karen
- Danny McCarthy as Kevin Horst
Stronger FAQ
Is Stronger good?
Stronger has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,555 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Stronger?
In the US you can stream Stronger on Fubo, Peacock, UP Faith & Family Apple TV channel and UP Faith & Family Amazon Channel , watch it free with ads on The CW, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome and The Roku Channel and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Stronger OK for kids?
Stronger is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Stronger is an R-rated true-story drama about a Boston Marathon bombing survivor's physical and emotional recovery.
What movies are like Stronger?
If you liked Stronger, try Mystic River, The Goldfinch, Revoir Paris and Father Stu.