Akron
“Love now.”
Benny, a college freshman at the University of Akron, Ohio meets and falls for fellow freshman Christopher at a football game. With the support of their families and friends they embark on a new relationship. But a tragic event in the past involving their mothers soon comes to light and threatens to tear them apart.
Where to watch Akron in United States
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Where is Akron streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Kanopy, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| India | Tubi TV | — |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV, Plex | Amazon Video |
| Canada | Tubi TV, Plex | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | Tubi TV, Plex | — |
| Germany | Sooner Amazon Channel, Sooner | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Sooner |
About Akron
Akron is a 2015 English-language romance and drama film directed by Brian O'Donnell and Sasha King. The cast is led by Matthew Frias, Edmund Donovan, Andréa Burns. It has a runtime of 1h 28m. Viewers rate it 7.2/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Kanopy.
Akron was produced by Towpath Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on October 6, 2015, and carries a 12 certification.
- Director
- Brian O'Donnell, Sasha King
- Writers
- Brian O'Donnell
- Release date
- October 6, 2015
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- 12
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Towpath Productions
Akron cast & crew
Akron was directed by Brian O'Donnell and Sasha King and written by Brian O'Donnell.
The cast features Matthew Frias as Benny Cruz, Edmund Donovan as Christopher Welling, Andréa Burns as Lenora Cruz, Amy da Luz as Carol Welling, Joseph Melendez as David Cruz, and Isabel Rose Machado as Becca Cruz.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Patrick Jordan and it was produced by Sasha King and Brian O'Donnell.
Is Akron worth watching?
Akron holds an audience score of 7.2/10 from 171 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed romance films.
At 1h 28m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy romance and drama, Akron is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Akron
In United States, you can stream Akron on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Kanopy, Fawesome, and The Roku Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Akron
Matthew Frias
Benny Cruz
Edmund Donovan
Christopher Welling
Andréa Burns
Lenora Cruz
Amy da Luz
Carol Welling
Joseph Melendez
David Cruz
Isabel Rose Machado
Becca Cruz
Cailan Rose
Julie
Akron — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Akron in United States?
Akron is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Kanopy, Fawesome in United States.
▸Is Akron on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — Akron is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸What language is Akron in?
Akron is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Akron?
Akron runs 1 hours 28 minutes (88 minutes).
▸What is Akron rated?
Akron is rated 12. It holds a 7.2/10 audience score from 171 ratings.
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