The Upside
Phillip is a wealthy quadriplegic who needs a caretaker to help him with his day-to-day routine in his New York penthouse. He decides to hire Dell, a struggling parolee who's trying to reconnect with his ex and his young son. Despite coming from two different worlds, an unlikely friendship starts to blossom.
Director Neil Burger
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Kevin Hart
Dell Scott
Bryan Cranston
Phillip Lacasse
Nicole Kidman
Yvonne Pendleton
Golshifteh Farahani
Maggie
Aja Naomi King
Latrice
Tate Donovan
Carter Locke
Jahi Di'Allo Winston
Anthony Scott
Genevieve Angelson
Jenny Lacasse
Suzanne Savoy
Charlotte
Julianna Margulies
Lily Foley
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🎬 The Upside (2017) What happens when two people from completely different worlds unexpectedly become exactly what the other one needs? After a wealthy quadriplegic named Phillip needs a new caregiver, he hires Dell, an unemployed man with a troubled past who has little experience with the job. What begins as an unlikely arrangement slowly develops into a friendship neither of them saw coming. What makes The Upside memorable is how their differences gradually become the reason they connect. ❤️ Dell brings spontaneity and humor into Phillip’s carefully controlled life, while Phillip gives Dell a sense of purpose and a chance to rebuild his relationship with his family. Beneath the comedy is a heartfelt story about friendship, dignity, second chances, and realizing that sometimes the person helping you heal is the one you least expected. 📺 Where to Watch Streaming, rental, and purchase availability varies by country and platform. 🎭 Genre: Comedy • Drama • Friendship Would you let someone completely different from you become your closest friend?
Saved Sep 13, 2026