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Cruel Encounters

1.020231h 32mMovieThrillerDrama

After the founder of a huge holding company dies in a mysterious helicopter crash, his wife, son and daughter jockey for the reins of his company in a struggle that involves deception, intrigue and murder.

DirectorRoger M. Bobb
WritersJohn Baldasare·Angela Burt-Murray
ProducersFernando Szew·Hannah Pillemer

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Cast · Directed by Roger M. Bobb

CBCandiace Dillard Bassett
Candiace Dillard Bassett
Destiny
ADAnthony Dalton
Anthony Dalton
Cameron
VWVanessa Williams
Vanessa Williams
Corynne
DLDiana Lovell
Diana Lovell
Simone
LPLeon Pridgen
Leon Pridgen
Dexter
ACAli Amin Carter
Ali Amin Carter
Nathan
MPMark Pettit
Mark Pettit
News Anchor
JGJoyce Glenn
Joyce Glenn
Lauren
BCB.J. Clinkscales
B.J. Clinkscales
Detective Howard
TJTerri James
Terri James
Dr. Chiles
AH
Andre Hall
Blake
ARAustin J. Rhodes
Austin J. Rhodes
Security guard

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Cruel Encounters — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Cruel Encounters?

Cruel Encounters is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential and Paramount+ in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Cruel Encounters on Netflix?

No, Cruel Encounters is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Essential.

Is Cruel Encounters on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Cruel Encounters for free?

Cruel Encounters is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.