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Playing by Heart

6.719982h 1mRMovieComedyDramaRomance

In a vibrant tapestry of love and longing, nine interconnected souls navigate romance and heartbreak in L.A., where passions collide and truths unfold, revealing that the heart's desires often lead us where we least expect.

DirectorWillard Carroll
WriterWillard Carroll
ProducersMeg Liberman·Thomas L. Wilhite

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Willard Carroll

GAGillian Anderson
Gillian Anderson
Meredith
EBEllen Burstyn
Ellen Burstyn
Mildred
SCSean Connery
Sean Connery
Paul
AEAnthony Edwards
Anthony Edwards
Roger
AJAngelina Jolie
Angelina Jolie
Joan
JMJay Mohr
Jay Mohr
Mark
RPRyan Phillippe
Ryan Phillippe
Keenan
DQDennis Quaid
Dennis Quaid
Hugh
GRGena Rowlands
Gena Rowlands
Hannah
JSJon Stewart
Jon Stewart
Trent
MSMadeleine Stowe
Madeleine Stowe
Gracie
PCPatricia Clarkson
Patricia Clarkson
Allison

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Playing by Heart — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Playing by Heart?

Playing by Heart isn't on any subscription service in United Kingdom right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is Playing by Heart on Netflix?

No, Playing by Heart is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Playing by Heart on Amazon Prime Video?

Playing by Heart 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 Playing by Heart for free?

Playing by Heart isn't available free in United Kingdom; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.