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The Bright Side

7.820211h 40mMovieComedyDrama

Stand-up comedian Kate thinks her life has no meaning and is not worth continuing. When she’s diagnosed with breast cancer, even the universe seems to agree with her. However, a close encounter with death – and four other women on the chemo ward – might just change her mind and even her life.

DirectorRuth Meehan
WritersRuth Meehan·Jean Pasley
ProducerTony Deegan

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Cast · Directed by Ruth Meehan

GDGemma-Leah Devereux
Gemma-Leah Devereux
Kate
SCSiobhán Cullen
Siobhán Cullen
Tracy
KEKaren Egan
Karen Egan
Fiona
BB
Barbara Brennan
Róisín
DCDerbhle Crotty
Derbhle Crotty
Helen
KMKevin McGahern
Kevin McGahern
James
TVTom Vaughan-Lawlor
Tom Vaughan-Lawlor
Andy
CO
Claire O'Donovan
Dr. Kavanagh
EMElizabeth Moynihan
Elizabeth Moynihan
Mrs. McLoughlin
JCJohn Colleary
John Colleary
Danny Big
PDPhillipa Dunne
Phillipa Dunne
Hospital Receptionist
GF
Gearoid Farrelly
Tom Turner

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The Bright Side — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Bright Side?

The Bright Side is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla and Fawesome in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Bright Side on Netflix?

No, The Bright Side is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla.

Is The Bright Side on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Bright Side is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The Bright Side for free?

The Bright Side is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Fawesome in United States.