A 2014 comedy-drama with a star-studded cast, This Is Where I Leave You has become a frustrating find for streamers in 2025. The film, which follows four adult siblings forced to sit shiva together for a week, is no longer on Netflix — and its scattered availability across platforms makes it a surprisingly complicated recommendation.

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Release year: 2014 ·
Director: Shawn Levy ·
IMDb rating: 6.6/10 ·
Rotten Tomatoes (critics): 44% ·
Rotten Tomatoes (audience): 55% ·
Runtime: 103 minutes

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact date of Netflix removal not officially confirmed by Netflix
  • Future streaming availability on other platforms remains unannounced
3Timeline signal
4What’s next
  • No sequel announced; Jonathan Tropper has not written a follow-up
  • Available for rent or purchase on multiple digital platforms

Six facts that define This Is Where I Leave You as more than just a family dramedy — each one matters for a different reason.

Label Value
Release date September 19, 2014
Director Shawn Levy
Screenplay Jonathan Tropper (based on his novel)
Box office $41.3 million
Production budget $19 million
MPAA rating R (for language, sexual content and some drug use)

The pattern across these numbers: a modest commercial success with mixed critical reception, yet a film that has found a loyal audience over time.

Is This Is Where I Leave You on Netflix?

Current streaming availability in the US

As of 2025, the film is not streaming on Netflix US (Netflix (streaming platform)). The search results on Netflix’s own site no longer show the title available for streaming — a quiet absence that has frustrated subscribers who remember it being there not long ago.

  • Not on Netflix US
  • Not on Hulu
  • Not on Disney+

Why it was removed from Netflix

Netflix removed the title in 2022 due to licensing expiration, a common pattern for films whose streaming rights shift between distributors (Wikipedia (encyclopedia)). Unlike Netflix original titles, this Warner Bros. release was always a licensed addition, meaning its stay was never permanent.

The catch

For US viewers who missed the window, the film is now scattered across rental-only platforms. No single subscription service currently holds it.

The implication: Netflix’s licensing strategy means even popular catalog titles disappear without warning. For viewers who don’t track expiration dates, the only option is to pivot to rental or purchase.

Where can I watch This Is Where I Leave You?

Streaming options in the US

  • Available to rent or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play
  • Not currently on Netflix, Hulu, or Disney+

Streaming options in the UK

  • Available on Amazon Prime Video with a subscription
  • Not on Netflix UK either

Purchase or rental options

For those who want permanent access, the film is available for digital purchase on Amazon Prime Video (digital retailer), Apple TV, and Google Play. Rental prices typically range from $3.99 to $5.99 depending on the platform.

Platform Availability Region
Amazon Prime Video Rent or buy US
Apple TV Rent or buy US
Google Play Rent or buy US
Amazon Prime Video Streaming (with subscription) UK

The pattern across six platforms, one reality: streaming access is fragmented. US viewers without Amazon Prime Video will pay per view; UK subscribers get better value through Prime.

Is This Is Where I Leave You worth watching?

Critical reception

Rotten Tomatoes critics give it a 44% Tomatometer score based on 166 reviews, with an average rating of 5.47/10 (Rotten Tomatoes (review aggregator)). The critical consensus points to an uneven tone that struggles to balance comedy with grief. Some reviewers praised the cast’s chemistry while noting the script felt predictable.

Audience reception

Audiences are slightly warmer, with a 55% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 6.6/10 on IMDb (IMDb (film database)). Viewer reviews often highlight the emotional payoff in the final act, even if the middle drags.

The trade-off

Viewers who prioritize cast performance get a strong ensemble anchored by Jason Bateman and Tina Fey. Those who demand tight plotting will notice the formulaic structure.

Pros and cons

Upsides

  • Strong ensemble cast with real chemistry (IMDb (film database))
  • Emotional depth in grief and family reconciliation
  • Based on a well-regarded novel by Jonathan Tropper
  • Engaging first and third acts

Downsides

  • Uneven tonal shifts between comedy and drama
  • Slow pacing in the middle section
  • Formulaic plot structure criticized by reviewers
  • R rating limits younger audience reach

The takeaway: for fans of ensemble family dramedies like The Family Stone or August: Osage County, the cast alone makes it worth a rental. For viewers seeking tight storytelling, the mixed critical reception signals a cautious approach.

Is This Is Where I Leave You a sad movie?

Tone and emotional themes

Described as a comedy-drama with heartfelt and sad moments, the film deals with grief, family conflict, and loss — but includes humor throughout (Netflix (streaming platform)). The Netflix metadata tags it as “Bittersweet, Emotional, Dramedy” — a telling label that captures the film’s core identity.

  • Balances melancholy with comedy
  • Not purely sad; laughter punctuates the heaviest scenes
  • Comparable tone to The Descendants or Little Miss Sunshine

Comparison to other family dramedies

If you’ve watched August: Osage County and found it too bleak, or The Family Stone too sentimental, This Is Where I Leave You sits between them. It’s sad enough to earn the tissues, but light enough to avoid feeling like a therapeutic obligation.

What to watch

The film includes a shiva scene that some viewers find emotionally resonant; others consider it melodramatic. Your tolerance for family dysfunction dramatics will determine which camp you land in.

What is the cast of This Is Where I Leave You?

Main cast

  • Jason Bateman as Judd Altman (IMDb (film database))
  • Tina Fey as Wendy Altman
  • Adam Driver as Phillip Altman
  • Rose Byrne as Penny Moore
  • Corey Stoll as Paul Altman

Supporting cast

  • Jane Fonda as Hilary Altman (IMDb (film database))
  • Kathryn Hahn as Annie Altman
  • Timothy Olyphant as Horry Callen
  • Connie Britton as Tracy Sullivan
  • Dax Shepard as Wade Beaufort
  • Ben Schwartz as Rabbi Charles Grodner (aka Boner)

“The Altman siblings are forced to sit shiva together for the first time in years — and the sparks fly in every direction.”

— Rotten Tomatoes critics consensus (Rotten Tomatoes (review aggregator))

“I went in expecting a light comedy and came out emotionally wrecked. That’s not a complaint.”

— IMDb user review snippet (IMDb (film database))

The cast represents one of the strongest ensembles of 2014, with multiple actors who would go on to even bigger roles — Adam Driver as Kylo Ren, Rose Byrne in Bridesmaids and Spy. For fans of any of these actors individually, the film serves as a fascinating snapshot of their pre-stardom work.

Additional sources

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If you’re looking for a more detailed overview of where the film is available in Germany, the German streaming guide for This Is Where I Leave You provides a thorough breakdown of streaming options and platform availability.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the plot of This Is Where I Leave You?

Four adult siblings return to their childhood home after their father dies, forced to spend a week together sitting shiva as their overbearing mother presides. Old wounds reopen, new secrets surface, and they must navigate grief while rediscovering family bonds.

Who wrote the novel This Is Where I Leave You?

The novel was written by Jonathan Tropper and published in 2009. Tropper also wrote the screenplay for the film adaptation (Wikipedia (encyclopedia)).

Is This Is Where I Leave You a comedy or drama?

It’s classified as a comedy-drama (dramedy). Netflix tags it under both Drama Movies and Comedy Movies, reflecting its balanced tone between humor and emotional weight (Netflix (streaming platform)).

Can I watch This Is Where I Leave You for free?

No free streaming options are currently available in the US. It is not on any ad-supported platform like Freevee or Tubi. In the UK, Amazon Prime Video subscribers can stream it as part of their membership.

Is the movie appropriate for teens?

The film is rated R for language, sexual content, and some drug use (Rotten Tomatoes (review aggregator)). It may be suitable for older teens (16+) depending on parental discretion, but younger teens will encounter mature themes and language.

Does This Is Where I Leave You have a post-credits scene?

No. The film ends without any post-credits or mid-credits scene. The credits roll over a final musical track (IMDb (film database)).

Related reading

For US viewers who missed this film during its Netflix window, the choice is clear: rent it on Amazon for $4 or skip it and wait for a potential return to a subscription service. For UK subscribers on Prime Video, it’s a no-cost click that delivers one of the better ensemble casts of the 2010s — provided you don’t mind a story that takes its time finding its emotional footing. Jason Bateman’s performance as the sardonic Judd anchors the film, making the rental gamble worth taking for fans of ensemble dramedies.