Streetwise
“The streets - your only chance for life.”
This documentary about teenagers living on the streets in Seattle began as a magazine article. The film follows nine teenagers who discuss how they live by panhandling, prostitution, and petty theft.
Where to watch Streetwise in United States
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Where is Streetwise streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
About Streetwise
Streetwise is a 1984 English-language documentary film directed by Martin Bell. The cast is led by Erin Blackwell, Dewayne Pomeroy, Roberta Joseph Hayes. It has a runtime of 1h 31m. Viewers rate it 7.6/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.
Streetwise was produced by Bear Creek and Angelika Films and made in United States of America. It was released on December 7, 1984.
- Director
- Martin Bell
- Writers
- Cheryl McCall
- Release date
- December 7, 1984
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Bear Creek, Angelika Films
Streetwise cast & crew
Streetwise was directed by Martin Bell and written by Cheryl McCall.
The cast features Erin Blackwell as Self, Dewayne Pomeroy as Self, Roberta Joseph Hayes as Self, Lulu Couch as Self, Reed Early as Self, and Patrice Pitts as Self.
Behind the camera, it was produced by Cheryl McCall and Connie Nelson.
Is Streetwise worth watching?
Streetwise holds an audience score of 7.6/10 from 70 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed documentary films.
At 1h 31m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy documentary, Streetwise is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Streetwise
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Cast of Streetwise
Erin Blackwell
Self
Dewayne Pomeroy
Self
Roberta Joseph Hayes
Self
Lulu Couch
Self
Reed Early
Self
Patrice Pitts
Self
Rat
Self
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Streetwise — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Streetwise in United States?
Streetwise is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸Is Streetwise on Criterion Channel?
Yes — Streetwise is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸What language is Streetwise in?
Streetwise is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Streetwise?
Streetwise runs 1 hours 31 minutes (91 minutes).
▸What is Streetwise rated?
It holds a 7.6/10 audience score from 70 ratings.
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