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The Cure

7.919951h 37mPG-13MovieDramaFamily

Erik, a loner, finds a friend in Dexter, an eleven-year-old boy with AIDS. They vow to find a cure for AIDS together and save Dexter's life in an eventful summer.

DirectorPeter Horton
WriterRobert Kuhn
ProducersMark Burg·Eric Eisner

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Cast · Directed by Peter Horton

JMJoseph Mazzello
Joseph Mazzello
Dexter
BRBrad Renfro
Brad Renfro
Erik
ASAnnabella Sciorra
Annabella Sciorra
Linda
DSDiana Scarwid
Diana Scarwid
Gail
BDBruce Davison
Bruce Davison
Dr. Stevens
NKNicky Katt
Nicky Katt
Pony
AEAeryk Egan
Aeryk Egan
Tyler
RHRenée Humphrey
Renée Humphrey
Angle
PMPeter Moore
Peter Moore
Male Nurse
JLJohn Carroll Lynch
John Carroll Lynch
Skipper #1
JBJohn Beasley
John Beasley
Skipper #2
JHJeremy Howard
Jeremy Howard
Tyler's Buddy #2

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The Cure — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Cure?

The Cure is streaming on YouTube Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Cure on Netflix?

No, The Cure is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on YouTube Free.

Is The Cure on Amazon Prime Video?

The Cure 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 Cure for free?

The Cure is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free in United States.