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Down by Law

7.319861h 46mRMovieCrimeDramaComedy

A disc jockey, a pimp and an Italian tourist escape from jail in New Orleans.

DirectorJim Jarmusch
WriterJim Jarmusch
ProducersAlan Kleinberg·Otto Grokenberger

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Cast · Directed by Jim Jarmusch

TWTom Waits
Tom Waits
Zack
JLJohn Lurie
John Lurie
Jack
RBRoberto Benigni
Roberto Benigni
Roberto
NBNicoletta Braschi
Nicoletta Braschi
Nicoletta
EBEllen Barkin
Ellen Barkin
Laurette
BN
Billie Neal
Bobbie
RRRockets Redglare
Rockets Redglare
Gig
VBVernel Bagneris
Vernel Bagneris
Preston
T
Timothea
Julie
LD
L.C. Drane
L.C.
JJ
Joy N. Houck Jr.
Detective Mandino
CL
Carrie Lindsoe
Young Girl

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Down by Law — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Down by Law?

Down by Law is streaming on HBO Max, YouTube TV and Criterion Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Down by Law on Netflix?

No, Down by Law is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on HBO Max and YouTube TV.

Is Down by Law on Amazon Prime Video?

Down by Law 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 Down by Law for free?

Down by Law is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex and Plex Channel in United States.