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The Beat

9.020051h 25mMovieFantasyDramaScience Fiction

In a split narrative, a young man follows two paths: his father's dream of him becoming a cop, and his own dream of becoming a rapper

DirectorBrandon Sonnier
WriterBrandon Sonnier

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Cast · Directed by Brandon Sonnier

JLJazsmin Lewis
Jazsmin Lewis
Tawanna
CCoolio
Coolio
Emcee
JCJohn Cothran
John Cothran
Bumma
SC
Steve Connell
Artis
RJ
Rahman Jamaal
Flip
KI
Kazz Wingate IV
Cassius 'Cash' Bernard
4
4-Zone
Self
CXChino XL
Chino XL
Crazy 8
TB
Takbir Bashir
Tak
JC
John Cab
Mugger One
CC
Charlie Capen
Young Businessman
MCMichael Colyar
Michael Colyar
Chi-Barnes

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The Beat — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Beat?

The Beat is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel and Amazon Prime Video Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Beat on Netflix?

No, The Beat is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and The Roku Channel.

Is The Beat on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Beat is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of August 2026.

Where can I watch The Beat for free?

The Beat is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel and Amazon Prime Video Free in United States.