Overview
An unlikely bond forms between two misfit neighbors as they navigate life's toughest challenges together.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Measured
- Intensity
- Strong
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- witty
- awkward
- melancholic
- quiet evening
- reflective movie night
What critics said
Critics broadly found the film a quietly effective comedy-drama whose carefully balanced tone is anchored by Mark Duplass and Ray Romano's performances.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Michael and Andy undertake a physically modest but emotionally consequential trip together after Michael's terminal diagnosis.
The neighbors' idiosyncratic routines and uncomfortable conversations gradually reveal deep care and dependence.
Michael's terminal cancer diagnosis reshapes the bond between the two misfit neighbors and forces difficult choices.
The story centers on two neighbors, their homes, local routines, and a stripped-down journey rather than expansive production spectacle.
Films like Paddleton, and why
The Fundamentals of Caring
shared intimate comedy-drama tone, emotionally restrained male friendship, and terminal-illness themes
Jeff, Who Lives at Home
shared low-key independent filmmaking, awkward companionship, and bittersweet emotional realism
The Leisure Seeker
shared road movie structure, dark humor, and friendship tested by mortality
50/50
shared humane comedy-drama approach to illness, caregiving, and difficult personal choices
Movie Details
- Director
- Alexandre Lehmann
- Release Date
- 2019-02-01
- Runtime
- 89 min
- Rating
- 7.0 / 10 (324)
Cast
- Mark Duplass
- Ray Romano
- Christine Woods
- Jen Sung
- Stephen Oyoung
- Bjorn Johnson
- Harry Dej
- Sierra Fisk
- Alana Carithers
- Lu Junchang
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Paddleton about?
- Two eccentric neighbors turn a terminal diagnosis into a final, funny, painful test of devotion.
- What is Paddleton like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Paddleton as measured, its intensity as strong and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Paddleton violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Paddleton.
- What did critics think of Paddleton?
- Critics broadly found the film a quietly effective comedy-drama whose carefully balanced tone is anchored by Mark Duplass and Ray Romano's performances.
- Which films are like Paddleton?
- Films with a similar feel include The Fundamentals of Caring, Jeff, Who Lives at Home, The Leisure Seeker, and 50/50.
- How long is Paddleton?
- Paddleton runs 89 minutes.
- Where can I watch Paddleton?
- In United States, Paddleton streams on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
