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Detainment

6.7201830mNRMovieDramaCrimeDocumentary

Two ten year-old boys are detained by police under suspicion of abducting and murdering a toddler.

DirectorVincent Lambe
WriterVincent Lambe
ProducersVincent Lambe·Darren Mahon

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Cast · Directed by Vincent Lambe

ESEly Solan
Ely Solan
Jon
LH
Leon Hughes
Robert
WOWill O'Connell
Will O'Connell
Detective Dale
DRDavid Ryan
David Ryan
Detective Scott
TBTara Breathnach
Tara Breathnach
Susan Venables
MJMorgan C. Jones
Morgan C. Jones
Detective Roberts
BFBrian Fortune
Brian Fortune
Detective Jacobs
KMKathy Monahan
Kathy Monahan
Ann Thompson
KS
Killian Sheridan
Neil Venables
MPMartin Phillips
Martin Phillips
Jon's Solicitor
CM
Caleb Mason
James
BABarbara Adair
Barbara Adair
Mrs. Garrity

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Detainment — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Detainment?

Detainment is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Kanopy and The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Detainment on Netflix?

No, Detainment is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Kanopy.

Is Detainment on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Detainment is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Detainment for free?

Detainment is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and The Roku Channel in United States.

Is Detainment based on a true story?

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