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The Forgiven

6.120181h 55mRMovieThrillerDrama

After the end of Apartheid, Archbishop Desmond Tutu meets with a brutal murderer seeking redemption.

DirectorRoland Joffé
WritersMichael Ashton·Roland Joffé
ProducersZaheer Goodman-Bhyat·Craig Baumgarten

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Cast · Directed by Roland Joffé

FWForest Whitaker
Forest Whitaker
Desmond Tutu
EBEric Bana
Eric Bana
Piet Blomfeld
JGJeff Gum
Jeff Gum
Francois Schmidt
DSDebbie Sherman
Debbie Sherman
Linda Coetzee
TNTerry Norton
Terry Norton
Lavinia
DJDominika Jablonska
Dominika Jablonska
Forensic Clerk
RGRob Gough
Rob Gough
Howard Varney
MVMorné Visser
Morné Visser
Hansi Coetzee
TM
Thandi Makhubele
Mrs. Morobe
OS
Osbert Solomons
Mogomat
WGWarrick Grier
Warrick Grier
Kruger
RHRobert Hobbs
Robert Hobbs
Burly Policeman

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The Forgiven — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Forgiven?

The Forgiven is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels and The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Forgiven on Netflix?

No, The Forgiven is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels.

Is The Forgiven on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Forgiven is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Forgiven for free?

The Forgiven is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel and Fandango at Home Free in United States.