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Moonlight

7.420161h 52mRMovieDrama

The tender, heartbreaking story of a young man’s struggle to find himself, told across three defining chapters in his life as he experiences the ecstasy, pain, and beauty of falling in love, while grappling with his own sexuality.

DirectorBarry Jenkins
WritersBarry Jenkins·Tarell Alvin McCraney
ProducersAdele Romanski·Jeremy Kleiner

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Cast · Directed by Barry Jenkins

TRTrevante Rhodes
Trevante Rhodes
Black
AHAndré Holland
André Holland
Kevin
JMJanelle Monáe
Janelle Monáe
Teresa
ASAshton Sanders
Ashton Sanders
Chiron
JJJharrel Jerome
Jharrel Jerome
Kevin Age 16
AHAlex R. Hibbert
Alex R. Hibbert
Little
JPJaden Piner
Jaden Piner
Kevin Age 9
NHNaomie Harris
Naomie Harris
Paula
MAMahershala Ali
Mahershala Ali
Juan
SEShariff Earp
Shariff Earp
Terrence
DS
Duan Sanderson
Azu
HM
Herman 'Caheei McGloun
Longshoreman

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Moonlight — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Moonlight?

Moonlight is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is Moonlight on Netflix?

Yes — Moonlight is available on Netflix in United States as of November 2026.

Is Moonlight on Amazon Prime Video?

Moonlight 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 Moonlight for free?

Moonlight is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.