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Once

7.420071h 25mRMovieDramaMusicRomance

A vacuum repairman moonlights as a street musician and hopes for his big break. One day a Czech immigrant, who earns a living selling flowers, approaches him with the news that she is also an aspiring singer-songwriter. The pair decide to…

DirectorJohn Carney
WriterJohn Carney
ProducersDavid Collins·Martina Niland

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Cast · Directed by John Carney

GHGlen Hansard
Glen Hansard
Guy
MIMarkéta Irglová
Markéta Irglová
Girl
HW
Hugh Walsh
Timmy Drummer
GH
Gerard Hendrick
Lead Guitarist
AF
Alaistair Foley
Bassist
GMGeoff Minogue
Geoff Minogue
Eamon
BH
Bill Hodnett
Guy's Dad
DK
Danuse Ktrestova
Girl's Mother
DHDarren Healy
Darren Healy
Heroin Addict
MWMal Whyte
Mal Whyte
Bill
MPMarcella Plunkett
Marcella Plunkett
Ex Girlfriend
NC
Niall Cleary
Bob

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Once — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Once?

Once is streaming on BroadwayHD and Broadway HD in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Once on Netflix?

No, Once is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on BroadwayHD and Broadway HD.

Is Once on Amazon Prime Video?

Once isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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Once is available on BroadwayHD and Broadway HD in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.