Chasing Holden (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 2001, Chasing Holden is a drama and romance film directed by Malcolm Clarke, running about 102 minutes. “School's out ... for good!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Neil Lawrence is sent to a boarding school by his father. During the first days he meets T.J. who he falls in love with. After being assigned a paper on Holden Caulfield - the main character in J.D. Salinger's "The Catcher in the Rye" - Neil decides to go on a journey to meet Salinger, who he feels has played a huge role in his life. Neil & T.J. take off on a journey to New York City. A journey that leads to more then they both ever could have imagined - and changes both their lives forever.

Who’s in it. Chasing Holden stars DJ Qualls as Neil Lawrence, Rachel Blanchard as T.J. Jensen, Colin Fox as Pappy and Tom Rack as Governor Lawrence, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Chasing Holden has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chasing Holden page.

If you liked it. Fans of Chasing Holden tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Chasing Holden (2001)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chasing Holden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Chasing Holden worth watching?
Chasing Holden holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Chasing Holden?
Chasing Holden stars DJ Qualls, Rachel Blanchard, Colin Fox, Tom Rack and Michael Sinelnikoff.
When was Chasing Holden released?
Chasing Holden was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.