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Sal

3.620131h 43mMovieDrama

James Franco's Sal chronicles the final hours of the life of actor Sal Mineo, one-time teen idol and star of the blockbuster films Rebel Without a Cause and Exodus.

DirectorJames Franco
WritersStacey Miller·James Franco
ProducersCaroline Aragon·Miles Levy

Where to watch

Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsAmazon MX PlayerAmazon MX Player
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by James Franco

VLVal Lauren
Val Lauren
Sal Mineo
JPJim Parrack
Jim Parrack
Keir Dullea
JFJames Franco
James Franco
Milton Katselas
VJ
Vince Jolivette
Billy Belasco
TN
Trevor Neuhoff
Michael Mason
SM
Stacey Miller
Nancy Barr
BGBrian Goodman
Brian Goodman
Det. Tankersley
RW
Raymond T. Williams
Lionel Ray Williams
BS
Boyd Smith
Boyd
JD
Jacquelyn Deme
Nurse
JFJason Fox
Jason Fox
Steven Gustafson
BLBrian Lally
Brian Lally
Detective Pia

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Sal — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Sal?

Sal is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video Free and Amazon MX Player in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Sky Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Sal on Netflix?

No, Sal is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video Free.

Is Sal on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Sal is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Sal for free?

Sal is available to stream free (with ads) on Amazon Prime Video Free and Amazon MX Player in United Kingdom.

Is Sal based on a true story?

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