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Loving Highsmith

5.920221h 24mMovieDocumentary

The story of the life, loves and work of US writer Patricia Highsmith (1921-95), told through her unpublished diaries, her own voice and that of those who knew her, both family and close friends.

DirectorEva Vitija
WriterEva Vitija
ProducersMaurizius Staerkle Drux·Franziska Sonder

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Kino Film CollectionKino Film CollectionKanopyKanopyHooplaHoopla
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Eva Vitija

GCGwendoline Christie
Gwendoline Christie
Patricia Highsmith (voice)
ABAnnina Butterworth
Annina Butterworth
Self - Narrator (voice)
MM
Marijane Meaker
Self - Writer / Highsmith's Friend
CB
Courtney Coates Blackman
Self - Highsmith's Relative
JC
Judy Coates
Self - Highsmith's Relative
DC
Dan Coates
Self - Highsmith's Relative
MB
Monique Buffet
Self - Former Teacher / Highsmith's Friend
TBTabea Blumenschein
Tabea Blumenschein
Self - Actress / Highsmith's Friend
KK
Kaey Kihl
Self
MG
Malte Göbel
Self
PHPatricia Highsmith
Patricia Highsmith
Self - Writer (archive footage)

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Loving Highsmith — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Loving Highsmith?

Loving Highsmith is streaming on Kino Film Collection, Kanopy and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Loving Highsmith on Netflix?

No, Loving Highsmith is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Kino Film Collection and Kanopy.

Is Loving Highsmith on Amazon Prime Video?

Loving Highsmith 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 Loving Highsmith for free?

Loving Highsmith is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.

Is Loving Highsmith based on a true story?

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