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Joy

6.020101h 15mMovieDrama

Joy is an emotionally damaged young woman of eighteen, who was given up at birth, to grow up in homes and with foster families. She lives on the fringes of society, getting by on benefits and earning a little extra by playing the accordion…

DirectorMijke de Jong
WriterHelena van der Meulen
ProducersVera Jennes·Arnold Heslenfeld

Where to watch

Disney PlusDisney Plus
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Mijke de Jong

Samira Maas
Samira Maas
Joy
Coosje Smid
Coosje Smid
Denise
Dragan Bakema
Dragan Bakema
Moumou
Sharon Schouten
Sharon Schouten
Zwangerschapsdocente
Elisabeth Hesemans
Elisabeth Hesemans
Sanne
Lisette Livingston
Lisette Livingston
Imme
Dalorim Wartes
Dalorim Wartes
John-John
Kuno Bakker
Kuno Bakker
Bewaker opvanghuis
Has Drijver
Has Drijver
Automobilist liften
Olga Louzgina
Olga Louzgina
Eerste moeder
Naima El Bezaz
Naima El Bezaz
Moeder Joy
Fred Goessens
Fred Goessens
Hulpverlener opvanghuis

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Joy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Joy?

Joy is streaming on Disney Plus in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Joy on Netflix?

No, Joy is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of August 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

Is Joy on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Joy isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Disney Plus instead.

Where can I watch Joy for free?

Joy is available on Disney Plus in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.