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Fear and Desire

5.419531h 2mNRMovieDramaWarThriller

After their airplane crashes behind enemy lines, four soldiers must survive and try to find a way back to their battalion. However, when they come across a local peasant girl the horrors of war quickly become apparent.

DirectorStanley Kubrick
WriterHoward Sackler
ProducerStanley Kubrick

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Cast · Directed by Stanley Kubrick

FSFrank Silvera
Frank Silvera
Mac
KH
Kenneth Harp
Lt. Corby / The General
PMPaul Mazursky
Paul Mazursky
Sidney
SC
Stephen Coit
Fletcher / The Captain
VLVirginia Leith
Virginia Leith
The Girl
DA
David Allen
Narrator (voice)

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Fear and Desire — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Fear and Desire?

Fear and Desire is streaming on Philo, Brew and Fandor in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Fear and Desire on Netflix?

No, Fear and Desire is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Philo and Brew.

Is Fear and Desire on Amazon Prime Video?

Fear and Desire 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 Fear and Desire for free?

Fear and Desire is available to stream free (with ads) on JustWatch TV and Kanopy in United States.