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True Story

6.320151h 39mRMovieCrimeDramaHistory

A drama centered on the relationship between journalist Michael Finkel and Christian Longo, an FBI Most Wanted List murderer who for years lived outside the U.S. under Finkel's name.

DirectorRupert Goold
WritersDavid Kajganich·Rupert Goold
ProducersAnthony Katagas·Jeremy Kleiner

Where to watch

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Rupert Goold

JHJonah Hill
Jonah Hill
Michael Finkel
JFJames Franco
James Franco
Christian Longo
FJFelicity Jones
Felicity Jones
Jill Barker
MDMaria Dizzia
Maria Dizzia
Mary Jane Longo
ESEthan Suplee
Ethan Suplee
Pat Frato
RBRobert John Burke
Robert John Burke
Greg Ganley
CD
Charlotte Driscoll
Sadie Longo
KSKohl Sudduth
Kohl Sudduth
Police Officer
CK
Conor Kikot
Zach Longo
SP
Stella Rae Payne
Madison Longo
BJByron Jennings
Byron Jennings
Judge Odenkirk
GMGretchen Mol
Gretchen Mol
Karen

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True Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams True Story?

True Story isn't on any subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is True Story on Netflix?

No, True Story is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is True Story on Amazon Prime Video?

True Story 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 True Story for free?

True Story isn't available free in United States; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is True Story based on a true story?

Yes — True Story is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).