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The Kite Runner

7.320072h 8mPG-13MovieDrama

After spending years in California, Amir returns to his homeland in Afghanistan to help his old friend Hassan, whose son is in trouble.

DirectorMarc Forster
WriterDavid Benioff
ProducersSam Mendes·William Horberg

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Cast · Directed by Marc Forster

KAKhalid Abdalla
Khalid Abdalla
Amir
HEHomayoun Ershadi
Homayoun Ershadi
Baba
STShaun Toub
Shaun Toub
Rahim Kahn
ALAtossa Leoni
Atossa Leoni
Soraya
STSaïd Taghmaoui
Saïd Taghmaoui
Farid
AMAhmad Khan Mahmoodzada
Ahmad Khan Mahmoodzada
Young Hassan
EEElham Ehsas
Elham Ehsas
Young Assef
MHMustafa Haidari
Mustafa Haidari
Party Worker
ZE
Zekeria Ebrahimi
Young Amir
AA
Ali Danish Bakhty Ari
Sohrab
NT
Nabi Tanha
Ali
BE
Bahram Ehsas
Wali

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The Kite Runner — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Kite Runner?

The Kite Runner is streaming on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Kite Runner on Netflix?

No, The Kite Runner is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Kanopy and Hoopla.

Is The Kite Runner on Amazon Prime Video?

The Kite Runner 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 Kite Runner for free?

The Kite Runner is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.