Lean on Me
Synopsis
Warren Sanders (Johnny Moon) has had a crush on his best friend's older brother, Theo Grant (Pierce Paris) for decades. When Warren's best friend, Gregory Grant, passes unexpectedly, Warren and Theo lean on each other while their true feelings come to the surface. Jeffrey (Dante Colle) is a closeted man who is full of fears about his identity. Though he's a successful doctor, he struggles with his inner voice telling him there's something wrong with him and his proclivities. It takes Lance (Dakota Payne), a handsome new confidante, to help Jeffrey on his first steps to self-acceptance.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 2023
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Walden Woods, Bree Mills
- Screenplay & Story
- Taylor Saracen
- Original Title
- Lean on Me
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- Disruptive Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Walden Woods, Bree Mills
Taylor Saracen
Conrad Parker
Johnny Coxville, Jamz Hardened
Walden Woods, Bree Mills
Department Leadership Roster
Taylor Saracen
Writer
Johnny Coxville
Editor
Conrad Parker
Director of Photography
Walden Woods
Producer
Bree Mills
Producer
Jamz Hardened
Editor
Walden Woods
Director
Bree Mills
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NC-17: Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lean on Me
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What is Lean on Me about?
Warren Sanders (Johnny Moon) has had a crush on his best friend's older brother, Theo Grant (Pierce Paris) for decades. When Warren's best friend, Gregory Grant, passes unexpectedly, Warren and Theo lean on each other while their true feelings come to the surface. Jeffrey (Dante Colle) is a closeted man who is full of fears about his identity. Though he's a successful doctor, he struggles with his inner voice telling him there's something wrong with him and his proclivities. It takes Lance (Dakota Payne), a handsome new confidante, to help Jeffrey on his first steps to self-acceptance.
Who directed Lean on Me?
Lean on Me was directed by Walden Woods, Bree Mills.
Who stars in Lean on Me?
The principal cast of Lean on Me includes Johnny Moon, Pierce Paris, Dante Colle, Dakota Payne.
When was Lean on Me released and how long is it?
Lean on Me was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Lean on Me?
Lean on Me holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: NC-17 (Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.).