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Won't Back Down

6.120122h 1mPGMovieDrama

Jamie Fitzpatrick and Nona Alberts are two women from opposites sides of the social and economic track, but they have one thing in common: a mission to fix their community's broken school and ensure a bright future for their children. The…

DirectorDaniel Barnz
WritersDaniel Barnz·Brin Hill
ProducersMark Johnson·Micheal Flaherty

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Cast · Directed by Daniel Barnz

VDViola Davis
Viola Davis
Nona Alberts
MGMaggie Gyllenhaal
Maggie Gyllenhaal
Jamie Fitzpatrick
VRVing Rhames
Ving Rhames
Principal Thompson
LRLance Reddick
Lance Reddick
Charles Alberts
RPRosie Perez
Rosie Perez
Breena Harper
ELEmily Alyn Lind
Emily Alyn Lind
Malia
SWStephen Weigand
Stephen Weigand
Riske's assistant
LCLiza Colón-Zayas
Liza Colón-Zayas
Yvonne
TCTeri Clark
Teri Clark
Miss Andrews
SKSarab Kamoo
Sarab Kamoo
Principal Chamudes
OIOscar Isaac
Oscar Isaac
Michael Perry
HHHolly Hunter
Holly Hunter
Evelyn Riske

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Won't Back Down — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Won't Back Down?

Won't Back Down is streaming on Cinemax in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Won't Back Down on Netflix?

No, Won't Back Down is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Cinemax.

Is Won't Back Down on Amazon Prime Video?

Won't Back Down 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 Won't Back Down for free?

Won't Back Down is available on Cinemax in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Won't Back Down based on a true story?

Yes — Won't Back Down is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).