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Escaping Ohio (the short)

202216mMovieComedyDramaRomance

The short film that inspired the upcoming feature film, Escaping Ohio (the short) follows Sam and JJ, two 18-yr-olds facing adulthood. When it becomes clear Sam intends to leave their small town for new adventures in California, JJ dares her to let him prove why Ohio is worth sticking around for.

DirectorJessica Michael Davis
WritersCollin Kelly-Sordelet·Jessica Michael Davis
ProducersJessica Michael Davis·Collin Kelly-Sordelet

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Cast · Directed by Jessica Michael Davis

JD
Jessica Michael Davis
Sam
CKCollin Kelly-Sordelet
Collin Kelly-Sordelet
JJ
LKLacey Katena
Lacey Katena
Sam (Young)

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Escaping Ohio (the short) — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Escaping Ohio (the short)?

Escaping Ohio (the short) is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla and The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Escaping Ohio (the short) on Netflix?

No, Escaping Ohio (the short) is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla.

Is Escaping Ohio (the short) on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Escaping Ohio (the short) is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Escaping Ohio (the short) for free?

Escaping Ohio (the short) is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and The Roku Channel in United States.