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The Pier

20111h 24mMovieDramaRomance

After 20 years of no contact with his father, Jack McCarthy (played by Hurley) travels from New York to his father Larry's death bed in Cork. Upon arrival he is furious to find his father alive and well and even more so when he then…

DirectorGerard Hurley
WriterGerard Hurley
ProducersGerard Hurley·Jim Stark

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Cast · Directed by Gerard Hurley

KJKarl Johnson
Karl Johnson
Larry McCarthy
GH
Gerard Hurley
Jack McCarthy
LTLili Taylor
Lili Taylor
Grace Ross
MF
Mary Foskett
June Driscoll
DODavid O'Reilly
David O'Reilly
Tommy Ahearn
RD
Rory D'Alton
Jimmy Ahearn
DS
Donal Sweeney
Barry Dean
FD
Frank Driscoll
Barty
CD
Con Downing
Father Kelly
JD
John D'Alton
Pub Owner

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The Pier — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Pier?

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

Is The Pier on Netflix?

No, The Pier is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Kanopy.

Is The Pier on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Pier for free?

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