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Lilting

7.020141h 31mNRMovieDrama

A young man of Chinese-Cambodian descent dies, leaving behind his isolated mother and his lover of four years. Though the two don't share a language, they grow close through their grief.

DirectorHong Khaou
WriterHong Khaou
ProducersDominic Buchanan·Bob Benton

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MetrographMetrographStrand Releasing Amazon ChannelStrand Releasing Amazon ChannelKanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Hong Khaou

BWBen Whishaw
Ben Whishaw
Richard
CPCheng Pei-pei
Cheng Pei-pei
Junn
ALAndrew Leung
Andrew Leung
Kai
MCMorven Christie
Morven Christie
Margaret
NYNaomi Yang
Naomi Yang
Vann
PBPeter Bowles
Peter Bowles
Alan
SSShane Salter
Shane Salter
Café Customer
LWLeila Wong
Leila Wong
Café Customer

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Lilting — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Lilting?

Lilting is streaming on Metrograph, Strand Releasing 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 Lilting on Netflix?

No, Lilting is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Metrograph and Strand Releasing.

Is Lilting on Amazon Prime Video?

Lilting 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 Lilting for free?

Lilting is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.