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Shoot the Messenger

5.420061h 30mNRMovieDrama

Shoot the Messenger follows one man's painful journey towards self-discovery. On the way he finds both his own attitudes and the expectations of his community challenged.

DirectorNgozi Onwurah
WriterSharon Foster
ProducersYvonne Isimeme Ibazebo·Anne Pivcevic

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Cast · Directed by Ngozi Onwurah

DODavid Oyelowo
David Oyelowo
Joseph Pascale
NANikki Amuka-Bird
Nikki Amuka-Bird
Heather
ABAriyon Bakare
Ariyon Bakare
Elroy
JB
Jay Byrd
Mabel
SDSharon Duncan-Brewster
Sharon Duncan-Brewster
Sherlene
DKDaniel Kaluuya
Daniel Kaluuya
Reece
DGDavid Gyasi
David Gyasi
Timothy
JLJunior Laniyan
Junior Laniyan
Patrick
COChiké Okonkwo
Chiké Okonkwo
Kwame
EAEric Kofi Abrefa
Eric Kofi Abrefa
Yannek
ASAnjela Lauren Smith
Anjela Lauren Smith
Maureen
RPRichard Pepple
Richard Pepple
Roy

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Shoot the Messenger — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Shoot the Messenger?

Shoot the Messenger is streaming on Plex in Philippines. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Shoot the Messenger on Netflix?

No, Shoot the Messenger is not on Netflix in Philippines as of November 2026. It's currently on Plex.

Is Shoot the Messenger on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Shoot the Messenger isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Philippines right now. It's on Plex instead.

Where can I watch Shoot the Messenger for free?

Shoot the Messenger is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in Philippines.