The Fundamentals of Caring

"Caring is a funny thing."

Jun 24 2016 TV-MA 1h 37m
Comedy, Drama

Having suffered a tragedy, Ben becomes a caregiver to earn money. His first client, Trevor, is a hilarious 18-year-old with muscular dystrophy. One paralyzed emotionally, one paralyzed physically, Ben and Trevor hit the road on a trip into the western states. The folks they collect along the way will help them test their skills for surviving outside their calculated existence. Together, they come to understand the importance of hope and the necessity of true friendship.

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Plot

A writer (Paul Rudd) retires after a personal tragedy and becomes a disabled teen's caregiver. When the two embark on an impromptu road trip, their ability to cope is tested as they start to understand the importance of hope and friendship.

Written by

Rob Burnett, Jonathan Evison

Directed by

Rob Burnett

Cast

Craig Roberts, Paul Rudd, Selena Gomez

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Levantine Entertainment, Worldwide Pants

Languages

English

Awards

4 nominations

Trailers
The Fundamentals of Caring | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix
Scores
# of Votes
82,554
Average Rating
7.3 out of 10
Metascore
55
Popularity
NA