Where to stream

Radio

7.320031h 49mPGMovieDrama

In the racially divided town of Anderson, South Carolina in 1976, football coach Harold Jones spots a mentally disabled African-American young man nicknamed Radio near his practice field and is inspired to befriend him. Soon, Radio is…

DirectorMichael Tollin

WriterMike Rich

ProducersHerb Gains·Todd Garner

Where to watch

Netflix

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Michael Tollin

Cuba Gooding Jr.

Cuba Gooding Jr.

Ed Harris

Alfre Woodard

Principal Daniels

S. Epatha Merkerson

S. Epatha Merkerson

Debra Winger

Chris Mulkey

Sarah Drew

Mary Helen Jones

Brent Sexton

Riley Smith

Patrick Breen

Bill Roberson

Michael Harding

Michael Harding

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Radio — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Radio?

Radio is streaming on Netflix in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is Radio on Netflix?

Yes — Radio is available on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026.

Is Radio on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Radio for free?

Radio is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.

Is Radio based on a true story?

Yes — Radio is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).