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Joy

6.620152h 4m12AMovieDrama

A story based on the life of a struggling Long Island single mom who became one of the country's most successful entrepreneurs.

DirectorDavid O. Russell
WritersDavid O. Russell·Annie Mumolo
ProducersMegan Ellison·Jonathan Gordon

Where to watch

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

Cast · Directed by David O. Russell

JLJennifer Lawrence
Jennifer Lawrence
Joy
RNRobert De Niro
Robert De Niro
Rudy
BCBradley Cooper
Bradley Cooper
Neil Walker
EREdgar Ramírez
Edgar Ramírez
Tony
DLDiane Ladd
Diane Ladd
Mimi
VMVirginia Madsen
Virginia Madsen
Terry
IRIsabella Rossellini
Isabella Rossellini
Trudy
DPDascha Polanco
Dascha Polanco
Jackie
ERElisabeth Röhm
Elisabeth Röhm
Peggy
SLSusan Lucci
Susan Lucci
Danica
LW
Laura Wright
Clarinda
MBMaurice Benard
Maurice Benard
Ridge

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Joy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Joy?

Joy is streaming on Disney Plus in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Joy on Netflix?

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

Is Joy on Amazon Prime Video?

Joy isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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.

Is Joy based on a true story?

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