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The Optimist

9.020261h 42mMovieDrama

Herbert Heller keeps his experience as a teenage boy surviving in Auschwitz hidden from his family. Until he meets Abby, a young teenager whose own brush with pain and death inspires him to open up as well, leading the two of them to…

DirectorFinn Taylor
WriterFinn Taylor
ProducersGeorge Rush·Debi Memmolo

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 16 other countries

The Optimist isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia and 12 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Finn Taylor

SLStephen Lang
Stephen Lang
Herbert Heller
EFElsie Fisher
Elsie Fisher
Abbey
RWRobin Weigert
Robin Weigert
LB
Luke David Blumm
Young Herbert Heller
SHStephanie Heiner
Stephanie Heiner
Linda
JSJosh Schell
Josh Schell
Cop
JLJake Lucas
Jake Lucas
Centurion (uncredited)

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The Optimist — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Optimist?

The Optimist isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria and Czechia and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Optimist on Netflix?

No, The Optimist is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.

Is The Optimist on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch The Optimist for free?

The Optimist isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Optimist?

The Optimist hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 29, 2026. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.