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Control

7.520072h 2mRMovieDrama

The story of Joy Division’s lead singer Ian Curtis, from his schoolboy days in 1973 to his suicide on the eve of the band's first American tour in 1980.

DirectorAnton Corbijn
WriterMatt Greenhalgh
ProducersAnton Corbijn·Orian Williams

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Cast · Directed by Anton Corbijn

SRSam Riley
Sam Riley
Ian Curtis
SMSamantha Morton
Samantha Morton
Debbie Curtis
ALAlexandra Maria Lara
Alexandra Maria Lara
Annik Honoré
JAJoe Anderson
Joe Anderson
Hooky
TKToby Kebbell
Toby Kebbell
Rob Greton
CPCraig Parkinson
Craig Parkinson
Tony Wilson
JPJames Anthony Pearson
James Anthony Pearson
Bernard Sumner
HTHarry Treadaway
Harry Treadaway
Steve Morris
RS
Robert Shelly
Twinny
AS
Andrew Sheridan
Terry
RBRichard Bremmer
Richard Bremmer
Ian's Father
TM
Tanya Myers
Ian’s Mother

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Control — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Control?

Control is streaming on Criterion Channel, Kanopy and YouTube Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Control on Netflix?

No, Control is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Kanopy.

Is Control on Amazon Prime Video?

Control 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 Control for free?

Control is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and YouTube Free in United States.