Raising the Bar
“Competition at its best!”
Synopsis
16-year-old Kelly quits an elite gymnastics program and moves to Australia. To help out a new friend and show up an old rival she re-enters competitive gymnastics, she'll have to find a way to move forward while making amends with her past.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Raising The Bar | Raising The Game | Official Disney Channel UKOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-07-08
Top Cast
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Kelli Berglund
Kelly Johnson
Emily Morris
Ashley
Chris Koch
Teacher
Jordyn Wieber
Jordyn Wieber
David John Clark
Judge
Peta Shannon
Sarah Johnson
Lili Karamalikis
Nicola
Tess Fowler
Jess
Adam Tuominen
Pete Johnson
Isabelle Andary-Geslin
Megan
Caetlyn Collins
Coach Mel
Rachel D'Sena
Samantha
Jack Tomich
Scotty
Helen Geoffreys
Coach Tara
Sarah Jeavons
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 2, 2016
VOD & Digital Platforms
April 12, 2017
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$600K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clay Glen
- Screenplay & Story
- Clay Glen
- Original Score
- Michael Taylor
- Original Title
- Raising the Bar
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Budget
- $600K
- Production Studios
- Full Twisting Double Back
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clay Glen
Clay Glen
Michael Taylor
Hugh Freytag
Kristian Leadbeater
Fernando Szew, Stephanie Slack, Sharyn Pancione, Clay Glen
Department Leadership Roster
Clay Glen
Writer
Sharyn Pancione
Producer
Clay Glen
Producer
Clay Glen
Director
Michael Taylor
Original Music Composer
Hugh Freytag
Director of Photography
Kristian Leadbeater
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Raising the Bar
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Raising the Bar about?
16-year-old Kelly quits an elite gymnastics program and moves to Australia. To help out a new friend and show up an old rival she re-enters competitive gymnastics, she'll have to find a way to move forward while making amends with her past.
Who directed Raising the Bar?
Raising the Bar was directed by Clay Glen.
Who stars in Raising the Bar?
The principal cast of Raising the Bar includes Kelli Berglund, Emily Morris, Chris Koch, Jordyn Wieber, David John Clark.
When was Raising the Bar released and how long is it?
Raising the Bar was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Raising the Bar?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Raising the Bar was composed by Michael Taylor.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Raising the Bar?
Raising the Bar holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).