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Spotlight

7.820152h 9mRMovieDramaHistory

The true story of how the Boston Globe uncovered the massive scandal of child molestation and cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, shaking the entire Catholic Church to its core.

DirectorTom McCarthy

WritersTom McCarthy·Josh Singer

ProducersMichael Bederman·Bard Dorros

Where to watch

Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video with Ads

Amazon Prime Video with Ads

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Tom McCarthy

Mark Ruffalo

Michael Rezendes

Michael Keaton

Walter 'Robby' Robinson

Rachel McAdams

Liev Schreiber

John Slattery

Ben Bradlee, Jr.

Brian d'Arcy James

Brian d'Arcy James

Stanley Tucci

Mitchell Garabedian

Elena Wohl

Gene Amoroso

Doug Murray

Sharon McFarlane

Sharon McFarlane

Jamey Sheridan

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Spotlight — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Spotlight?

Spotlight is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Spotlight on Netflix?

No, Spotlight is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is Spotlight on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Spotlight is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of August 2026.

Where can I watch Spotlight for free?

Spotlight is available to stream free (with ads) on Crave in Canada.

Is Spotlight based on a true story?

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