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Breakthrough

Breakthrough

Mar 09, 2019 · 1h 30m

Rated 6.9 out of 10

Director

Bill Haney

Overview

Breakthrough tells the story of a renegade scientist’s quest to find a cure for cancer, the disease that killed his mother. Texan Jim Allison is a 2018 Nobel Prize winner for discovering how to prompt a cancer patient’s own immune system into defeating their disease, but for decades he waged an often-lonely struggle against the painful skepticism of the medical establishment.

Cast of Breakthrough

About Breakthrough

What is Breakthrough about?

Breakthrough tells the story of a renegade scientist’s quest to find a cure for cancer, the disease that killed his mother. Texan Jim Allison is a 2018 Nobel Prize winner for discovering how to prompt a cancer patient’s own immune system into defeating their disease, but for decades he waged an often-lonely struggle against the painful skepticism of the medical establishment.

When was Breakthrough released?

Breakthrough was released on March 9, 2019.

Where can I watch Breakthrough?

Breakthrough is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.

How long is Breakthrough?

Breakthrough runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who directed Breakthrough?

Breakthrough was directed by Bill Haney.

Who is in the cast of Breakthrough?

The cast of Breakthrough includes Woody Harrelson (Narrator (voice)) and Jim Allison (Self).

Is Breakthrough on Netflix?

No, Breakthrough is not on Netflix in the US. It is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

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