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The Nightingale

5.2198354mMovieFantasyTV Movie

A kitchen maid and a nightingale help save an emperor with the power of song and friendship.

DirectorIvan Passer
WritersHans Christian Andersen·Joan Micklin Silver
ProducerShelley Duvall

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MaxMax
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ivan Passer

MJMick Jagger
Mick Jagger
The Emperor
BCBud Cort
Bud Cort
Music Master
BHBarbara Hershey
Barbara Hershey
The Maid
EOEdward James Olmos
Edward James Olmos
Prime Minister
MMako
Mako
Gardener / Minister
CCChao Li Chi
Chao Li Chi
Gardener
KLKeye Luke
Keye Luke
Imperial Doctor
BP
Bobby Porter
Death Spirit
EW
Ellen Wakamatsu
First Lady of the Court
SH
Susan Haruye
Second Lady of the Court
JCJi-Tu Cumbuka
Ji-Tu Cumbuka
Emperor's Bodyguard
JHJerry Hall
Jerry Hall
Pansy

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The Nightingale — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Nightingale?

The Nightingale is streaming on Max in United States as of November 2026. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Nightingale on Netflix?

No, The Nightingale is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Max.

Is The Nightingale on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Nightingale isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Max instead.

Where can I watch The Nightingale for free?

The Nightingale is on Max in United States, so you'll need access to Max to watch it.