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The Encounter

6.420101h 25mMovieDramaFamily

When five strangers with nothing in common come together at a remote roadside eatery, they place their orders with the diner's omniscient owner, who seems to know everything about them ... and is eerily reminiscent of Jesus Christ.

DirectorDavid A.R. White

WritersSean Paul Murphy·Jason Cusick

ProducersCarl G.M. Nelson·David A.R. White

Where to watch

Fawesome

Tubi TV

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by David A.R. White

Officer Deville/Devil

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The Encounter — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Encounter?

The Encounter is streaming on Fawesome and Tubi TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Encounter on Netflix?

No, The Encounter is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Fawesome and Tubi TV.

Is The Encounter on Amazon Prime Video?

The Encounter 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 Encounter for free?

The Encounter is available to stream free (with ads) on Fawesome and Tubi TV in United States.

Is there a sequel to The Encounter?

Yes — The Encounter is followed by The Encounter 2: Paradise Lost (2012) in the Encounter Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Encounter?

The Encounter is the first film in the Encounter Collection.

Is The Encounter part of a trilogy?

No — The Encounter is part of the Encounter Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Encounter Collection?

There are 2 films in the Encounter Collection: The Encounter (2010) and The Encounter 2: Paradise Lost (2012).