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Only When I Laugh

5.719812h RMovieComedyDrama

A boozy Broadway actress comes out of a 12-week cure to face the problems of her best friends as well as her needy daughter. She tries to balance the terrors of returning to work with the demands of all around her with humor and insight, while staying off the booze.

DirectorGlenn Jordan

WriterNeil Simon

ProducersRoger M. Rothstein·Neil Simon

Where to watch

The Roku Channel

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Glenn Jordan

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Only When I Laugh — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Only When I Laugh?

Only When I Laugh is streaming on The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Only When I Laugh on Netflix?

No, Only When I Laugh is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on The Roku Channel.

Is Only When I Laugh on Amazon Prime Video?

Only When I Laugh 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 Only When I Laugh for free?

Only When I Laugh is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel in United States.