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Searching

7.620181h 42mMMovieDramaMysteryThriller

After David Kim's 16-year-old daughter goes missing, a local investigation is opened and a detective is assigned to the case. But 37 hours later and without a single lead, David decides to search the one place no one has looked yet, where all secrets are kept today: his daughter's laptop.

DirectorAneesh Chaganty
WritersAneesh Chaganty·Sev Ohanian
ProducersAdam Sidman·Sev Ohanian

Where to watch

Sony Pictures Core Amazon ChannelSony Pictures Core Amazon Channel
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Aneesh Chaganty

JCJohn Cho
John Cho
David Kim
MLMichelle La
Michelle La
Margot
DMDebra Messing
Debra Messing
Detective Vick
JLJoseph Lee
Joseph Lee
Peter
SSSara Sohn
Sara Sohn
Pamela Nam Kim
BMBriana McLean
Briana McLean
Abigail
EJErica Jenkins
Erica Jenkins
Hannah
CMConnor McRaith
Connor McRaith
Isaac
DHDominic Hoffman
Dominic Hoffman
Michael Porter
RSRic Sarabia
Ric Sarabia
Randy Cartoff
SE
Steven Michael Eich
Robert
MDMelissa Disney
Melissa Disney
Isaac's Mom (voice)

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Searching — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Searching?

Searching is streaming on Sony Pictures Core in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Searching on Netflix?

No, Searching is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Sony Pictures Core.

Is Searching on Amazon Prime Video?

Searching isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Searching for free?

Searching is available on Sony Pictures Core in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.