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Arrival

7.620161h 56mPG-13MovieDramaScience FictionMystery

Taking place after alien crafts land around the world, an expert linguist is recruited by the military to determine whether they come in peace or are a threat.

DirectorDenis Villeneuve
WriterEric Heisserer
ProducersGlen Basner·Eric Heisserer

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Cast · Directed by Denis Villeneuve

AAAmy Adams
Amy Adams
Louise Banks
JRJeremy Renner
Jeremy Renner
Ian Donnelly
FWForest Whitaker
Forest Whitaker
Colonel Weber
MSMichael Stuhlbarg
Michael Stuhlbarg
Agent Halpern
MOMark O'Brien
Mark O'Brien
Captain Marks
TMTzi Ma
Tzi Ma
General Shang
APAbigail Pniowsky
Abigail Pniowsky
8-Year-Old Hannah
JDJulia Scarlett Dan
Julia Scarlett Dan
12-Year-Old Hannah
JMJadyn Malone
Jadyn Malone
6-Year-Old Hannah
FSFrank Schorpion
Frank Schorpion
Dr. Kettler
LCLucas Chartier-Dessert
Lucas Chartier-Dessert
Private Lasky
CJChristian Jadah
Christian Jadah
Private Combs

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Arrival — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Arrival?

Arrival is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential and Paramount+ in United States, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Arrival on Netflix?

No, Arrival is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Essential.

Is Arrival on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Arrival for free?

Arrival is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.