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Fences

6.920162h 19mPG-13MovieDrama

In 1950s Pittsburgh, a frustrated African-American father struggles with the constraints of poverty, racism, and his own inner demons as he tries to raise a family.

DirectorDenzel Washington
WriterAugust Wilson
ProducersTodd Black·Scott Rudin

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Cast · Directed by Denzel Washington

DWDenzel Washington
Denzel Washington
Troy Maxson
VDViola Davis
Viola Davis
Rose Maxson
SHStephen McKinley Henderson
Stephen McKinley Henderson
Jim Bono
JAJovan Adepo
Jovan Adepo
Cory Maxson
RHRussell Hornsby
Russell Hornsby
Lyons Maxson
MWMykelti Williamson
Mykelti Williamson
Gabriel Maxson
SSSaniyya Sidney
Saniyya Sidney
Raynell Maxson
LBLesley Boone
Lesley Boone
Evangelist Preacher
CMChristopher Mele
Christopher Mele
Deputy Commissioner
JS
Jason Silvis
Garbage Truck Driver
TC
Tra'Waan Coles
Towns person
JFJoe Fishel
Joe Fishel
Parade Marcher

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Fences — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Fences?

Fences is streaming on Paramount Plus Essential, Philo and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Fences on Netflix?

No, Fences is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Paramount Plus Essential and Philo.

Is Fences on Amazon Prime Video?

Fences 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 Fences for free?

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