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Idlewild

5.620062h 1mRMovieCrimeDramaMusic

A reticent piano player Percival, along with Rooster, his flamboyant lead performer and manager, struggle to keep their speakeasy, in the Prohibition-era South, out of the hands of gangsters who want to take it over.

DirectorBryan Barber
WriterBryan Barber
ProducersWilliam Green·Blue Williams

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Starz Apple TV ChannelStarz Apple TV Channel
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Bryan Barber

André 3000
André 3000
Percival
Big Boi
Big Boi
Rooster
Paula Patton
Paula Patton
Angel
Terrence Howard
Terrence Howard
Trumpy
Faizon Love
Faizon Love
Ace
Malinda Williams
Malinda Williams
Zora
Cicely Tyson
Cicely Tyson
Mother Hopkins
Macy Gray
Macy Gray
Taffy
Ben Vereen
Ben Vereen
Percy Senior
Bruce Bruce
Bruce Bruce
Nathan
Paula Jai Parker
Paula Jai Parker
Rose
Bobb'e J. Thompson
Bobb'e J. Thompson
Young Rooster

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Idlewild — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Idlewild?

Idlewild is streaming on Starz in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Idlewild on Netflix?

No, Idlewild is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Starz.

Is Idlewild on Amazon Prime Video?

Idlewild 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 Idlewild for free?

Idlewild is available on Starz in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.