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Sunshine

7.020071h 48m15MovieScience FictionThriller

Fifty years into the future, the sun is dying, and Earth is threatened by arctic temperatures. A team of astronauts is sent to revive the Sun — but the mission fails. Seven years later, a new team is sent to finish the mission as mankind’s last hope.

DirectorDanny Boyle
WriterAlex Garland
ProducerAndrew Macdonald

Where to watch

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

Cast · Directed by Danny Boyle

CMCillian Murphy
Cillian Murphy
Capa
RBRose Byrne
Rose Byrne
Cassie
CEChris Evans
Chris Evans
Mace
MYMichelle Yeoh
Michelle Yeoh
Corazon
CCCliff Curtis
Cliff Curtis
Searle
HSHiroyuki Sanada
Hiroyuki Sanada
Kaneda
TGTroy Garity
Troy Garity
Harvey
BWBenedict Wong
Benedict Wong
Trey
MSMark Strong
Mark Strong
Pinbacker
PBPaloma Baeza
Paloma Baeza
Capa's Sister
AM
Archie Macdonald
Child
SM
Sylvie Macdonald
Child

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Sunshine — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Sunshine?

Sunshine 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 Sunshine on Netflix?

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

Is Sunshine on Amazon Prime Video?

Sunshine 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 Sunshine for free?

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