Half Nelson is an American drama film directed by Ryan Fleck and co-written by Fleck and Anna Boden. Half Nelson had its theatrical release on August 11, 2006. This compelling film is based on a 19-minute short film, known as Gowanus, Brooklyn which was created by Boden and Fleck in 2004.
Here’s how you can watch and stream Half Nelson via streaming services such as Peacock.
Is Half Nelson available to watch via streaming?
Yes, Half Nelson is available to watch via streaming on Peacock.
Half Nelson, revolves around Dan Dunne, a young and middle-class history teacher grappling with drug addiction. His life takes an unexpected turn when he befriends a 13-year-old student whose brother is incarcerated for drug dealing. The unlikely duo forms a unique friendship, providing support and solace as they navigate their life challenges separately.
Half Nelson boasts an impressive cast including Ryan Gosling as Dan Dunne, Shareeka Epps as Drey, Anthony Mackie as Frank, Monique Gabriela Curnen as Isabel Redding, Denis O’Hare as Jimbo, Starla Benford as Principal Joy Henderson, Nathan Corbett as Terrance, and many others.
Watch Half Nelson streaming via Peacock
Half Nelson is available to watch on Peacock. Subscribe to the streaming service and gain access to a variety of crowd-favorite shows, including the beloved Parks and Recreation, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine.
You can watch via Peacock by following these steps:
- Go to PeacockTV.com
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Half Nelson’s synopsis is as follows:
“Despite his dedication to the junior-high students who fill his classroom, idealistic teacher Dan Dunne leads a secret life of addiction that the majority of his students will never know. But things change when a troubled student Drey makes a startling discovery of his secret life, causing a tenuous bond between the two that could either end disastrously or provide a catalyst of hope.”
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