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How to Be Single

6.320161h 50mMovieComedyRomance

New York City is full of lonely hearts seeking the right match, and what Alice, Robin, Lucy, Meg, Tom and David all have in common is the need to learn how to be single in a world filled with ever-evolving definitions of love.

DirectorChristian Ditter
WritersAbby Kohn·Marc Silverstein
ProducersDana Fox·John Rickard

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Cast · Directed by Christian Ditter

DJDakota Johnson
Dakota Johnson
Alice Kepley
RWRebel Wilson
Rebel Wilson
Robin
LMLeslie Mann
Leslie Mann
Meg
ABAlison Brie
Alison Brie
Lucy
DJDamon Wayans Jr.
Damon Wayans Jr.
David
AHAnders Holm
Anders Holm
Tom
NBNicholas Braun
Nicholas Braun
Josh
JLJake Lacy
Jake Lacy
Ken
JMJason Mantzoukas
Jason Mantzoukas
George
CJColin Jost
Colin Jost
Paul
MJ
Mickey Gooch Jr.
Robin's Date
SRSarah Ramos
Sarah Ramos
Michelle

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How to Be Single — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams How to Be Single?

How to Be Single is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo.

Is How to Be Single on Netflix?

Yes — How to Be Single is available on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is How to Be Single on Amazon Prime Video?

How to Be Single isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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How to Be Single is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.