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The Hottest State

5.520071h 57mRMovieMusicDramaRomance

A young actor from Texas tries to make it in New York while struggling in his relationship with a beautiful singer/songwriter.

DirectorEthan Hawke
WriterEthan Hawke
ProducersJonathan Shoemaker·Sheila Jaffe

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Cast · Directed by Ethan Hawke

MWMark Webber
Mark Webber
William Harding
CMCatalina Sandino Moreno
Catalina Sandino Moreno
Sarah
SBSonia Braga
Sonia Braga
Mrs. Garcia
EHEthan Hawke
Ethan Hawke
Vince
JZJosh Zuckerman
Josh Zuckerman
Decker
LLLaura Linney
Laura Linney
Jesse
MWMichelle Williams
Michelle Williams
Samantha
DODaniel Ross Owens
Daniel Ross Owens
Young Vince (as Daniel Ross)
GPGlen Powell
Glen Powell
John Jagerman
AC
Anne Clarke
Young Jesse
CLCherami Leigh
Cherami Leigh
Danielle
JH
Jesse Harris
Dave Afton

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The Hottest State — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Hottest State?

The Hottest State is streaming on Shout! Factory, Hoopla and Shout! Factory TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Hottest State on Netflix?

No, The Hottest State is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Shout! Factory and Hoopla.

Is The Hottest State on Amazon Prime Video?

The Hottest State 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 Hottest State for free?

The Hottest State is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Shout! Factory TV in United States.