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Spotlight

7.820152h 9mRMovieDramaHistory

The true story of how the Boston Globe uncovered the massive scandal of child molestation and cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, shaking the entire Catholic Church to its core.

DirectorTom McCarthy

WritersJosh Singer·Tom McCarthy

ProducersMichael Bederman·Peter Lawson

Where to watch

fuboTV

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Tom McCarthy

Mark Ruffalo

Michael Rezendes

Michael Keaton

Walter 'Robby' Robinson

Rachel McAdams

Liev Schreiber

John Slattery

Ben Bradlee, Jr.

Brian d'Arcy James

Brian d'Arcy James

Stanley Tucci

Mitchell Garabedian

Elena Wohl

Gene Amoroso

Doug Murray

Sharon McFarlane

Sharon McFarlane

Jamey Sheridan

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Spotlight — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Spotlight?

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

Is Spotlight on Netflix?

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

Is Spotlight on Amazon Prime Video?

Spotlight 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 Spotlight for free?

Spotlight is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Shout! Factory TV in United States.

Is Spotlight based on a true story?

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