Where to Watch Rising Above

What happens when the person everyone thinks they know is a version of you that doesn't exist?

After Ashley becomes the target of a cruel online impersonation, rumors quickly spiral into something far more dangerous. Forced to leave her life behind, she must find the courage to start over—and eventually confront the past she hoped to escape.

Watch Rising Above now on Angel.

When the Internet Turns Against You

Ashley’s life changes overnight when two girls begin impersonating her online. What starts as a cruel prank quickly becomes a devastating attack on her reputation, leaving Ashley isolated and putting both her and her mother in danger.

With no easy way to undo the damage, the two leave town and attempt to start over somewhere new. But a fresh beginning doesn’t erase what happened, and Ashley has to figure out how to move forward when the past keeps following her.

Eventually, Ashley realizes that she can’t build a better future without facing what happened to her.

A Story About Bullying, Courage, and Hope

Rising Above explores the lasting impact of cyberbullying and the way online cruelty can affect far more than the person being targeted. Ashley’s experience reaches into her family, friendships, and new community, showing how quickly rumors and false accusations can take on a life of their own.

At the same time, the film offers a hopeful look at resilience. Ashley’s story is ultimately about finding the courage to face painful circumstances, refuse to be defined by them, and believe that life can get better.

For parents, teens, and anyone who has seen the effects of online bullying firsthand, Rising Above offers plenty to think about.

Stream Rising Above Today

Sometimes rising above doesn’t mean pretending the past never happened. It means finding the strength to face it, learn from it, and keep moving forward.

Discover Ashley’s story and watch Rising Above today on Angel.

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