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Passing

6.320211h 38m12AMovieDrama

In 1920s New York City, a Black woman finds her world upended when her life becomes intertwined with a former childhood friend who's passing as white.

DirectorRebecca Hall
WriterRebecca Hall
ProducersLauren Dark·Kevin M. Lin

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Rebecca Hall

TTTessa Thompson
Tessa Thompson
Irene Redfield
RNRuth Negga
Ruth Negga
Clare Kendry
AHAndré Holland
André Holland
Brian Redfield
ASAlexander Skarsgård
Alexander Skarsgård
John Bellew
BCBill Camp
Bill Camp
Hugh Wentworth
GAGbenga Akinnagbe
Gbenga Akinnagbe
Dave
ACAntoinette Crowe-Legacy
Antoinette Crowe-Legacy
Felise
JGJustus Davis Graham
Justus Davis Graham
Ted
EBEthan Barrett
Ethan Barrett
Junior
AJ
Ashley Ware Jenkins
Zulena
AM
Amos J. Machanic
Ralph Hazelton
SB
Stu S. Becker
Cabbie

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Passing — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Passing?

Passing is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United Kingdom.

Is Passing on Netflix?

Yes — Passing is available on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Is Passing on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Passing isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

Where can I watch Passing for free?

Passing is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.