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The Butler

7.320132h 12mPG-13MovieDrama

Cecil Gaines was a sharecropper's son who grew up in the 1920s as a domestic servant for the white family who casually destroyed his. Eventually striking out on his own, Cecil becomes a hotel valet of such efficiency and discreteness in…

DirectorLee Daniels

WriterDanny Strong

ProducersLaura Ziskin·Buddy Patrick

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MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel

Fawesome

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

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The Butler — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Butler?

The Butler is streaming on MovieSphere+ and Fawesome in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Butler on Netflix?

No, The Butler is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on MovieSphere+ and Fawesome.

Is The Butler on Amazon Prime Video?

The Butler 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 The Butler for free?

The Butler is available to stream free (with ads) on Fawesome in United States.

Is The Butler based on a true story?

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