Griffin & Phoenix

A terminally ill man falls in love with a woman who has a secret that threatens their time spent together.

• Henry’s terminal cancer and concealed prognosis determine the risks and urgency of his relationship with Phoenix.
• Henry does not tell Phoenix about his illness, while books on death and terminal illness threaten to expose it.
• The college psychology class and Henry and Phoenix’s gradual courtship temper the terminal-illness premise with conversational comedy.
• Henry lives in a Manhattan flat, meets Phoenix through a nearby college, and remains connected to family life in Westchester.

• The Big Cshared terminal-illness romance, intimate character drama, and bittersweet emotional tone
• Love Storyshared romantic connection formed under the pressure of serious illness, with warmth and melancholy
• The Fault in Our Starsshared cancer-centered romance balancing emotional candor with gentle comedy

Director

Ed Stone

Release Date

2006-09-12

Runtime

102 min

Rating

7.1 / 10 (195)

What is Griffin & Phoenix about?

A divorced Manhattan father hides his terminal cancer while falling for a guarded assistant dean, turning a cautious courtship into an urgent meditation on love and mortality.

What is Griffin & Phoenix like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Griffin & Phoenix as measured, its intensity as strong and its storytelling as easy to follow.

Is Griffin & Phoenix violent?

No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Griffin & Phoenix.

Which films are like Griffin & Phoenix?

Films with a similar feel include The Big C, Love Story, and The Fault in Our Stars.

How long is Griffin & Phoenix?

Griffin & Phoenix runs 102 minutes.

Where can I watch Griffin & Phoenix?

In United States, Griffin & Phoenix streams on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, The Roku Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus, YouTube Free, Tubi TV.