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Radio

7.420031h 49mPGMovieDrama

In the racially divided town of Anderson, South Carolina in 1976, football coach Harold Jones spots a mentally disabled African-American young man nicknamed Radio near his practice field and is inspired to befriend him. Soon, Radio is…

DirectorMichael Tollin
WriterMike Rich
ProducersHerb Gains·Caitlin Scanlon

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NetflixNetflix
Availability shown for Philippines · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Michael Tollin

CJCuba Gooding Jr.
Cuba Gooding Jr.
Radio
EHEd Harris
Ed Harris
Coach Jones
AWAlfre Woodard
Alfre Woodard
Principal Daniels
SMS. Epatha Merkerson
S. Epatha Merkerson
Maggie
DWDebra Winger
Debra Winger
Linda Jones
CMChris Mulkey
Chris Mulkey
Frank
SDSarah Drew
Sarah Drew
Mary Helen Jones
BSBrent Sexton
Brent Sexton
Honeycutt
RSRiley Smith
Riley Smith
Johnny
PBPatrick Breen
Patrick Breen
Tucker
BRBill Roberson
Bill Roberson
Del
MHMichael Harding
Michael Harding
Irv the Cop

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Radio — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Radio?

Radio is streaming on Netflix in Philippines, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.

Is Radio on Netflix?

Yes — Radio is available on Netflix in Philippines as of October 2026.

Is Radio on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Radio isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Philippines right now. It's on Netflix instead.

Where can I watch Radio for free?

Radio is available on Netflix in Philippines, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Radio based on a true story?

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