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Middle of Nowhere

6.120121h 41mRMovieDrama

When her husband is sentenced to eight years in prison, Ruby drops out of medical school in order to focus on her husband's well-being while he's incarcerated - leading her on a journey of self-discovery in the process.

DirectorAva DuVernay
WriterAva DuVernay
ProducersAva DuVernay·Paul Goodwin Garnes

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PlexPlex
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ava DuVernay

DODavid Oyelowo
David Oyelowo
Brian
SLSharon Lawrence
Sharon Lawrence
Fraine
ECEmayatzy Corinealdi
Emayatzy Corinealdi
Ruby
DWDondré Whitfield
Dondré Whitfield
Littleton
OHOmari Hardwick
Omari Hardwick
Derek
LTLorraine Toussaint
Lorraine Toussaint
Ruth
ASAndy Spencer
Andy Spencer
Bus Hustler
EFEdwina Findley
Edwina Findley
Rosie
YCYvette Cason
Yvette Cason
Mrs. Hastings
TI
Troy Curvey III
Rashad
BKBruce Katzman
Bruce Katzman
Averick
RA
Romann Aric
Jordan

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Middle of Nowhere — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Middle of Nowhere?

Middle of Nowhere is streaming on Plex in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Middle of Nowhere on Netflix?

No, Middle of Nowhere is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Plex.

Is Middle of Nowhere on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Middle of Nowhere isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Plex instead.

Where can I watch Middle of Nowhere for free?

Middle of Nowhere is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in Australia.