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One Chance

6.720131h 43mPG-13MovieDramaComedyMusic

This film follows the remarkable and inspirational true story of Paul Potts, a shy, bullied shop assistant by day and an amateur opera singer by night.

DirectorDavid Frankel
WriterJustin Zackham
ProducersHarvey Weinstein·Simon Cowell

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Cast · Directed by David Frankel

JCJames Corden
James Corden
Paul Potts
ARAlexandra Roach
Alexandra Roach
Julz
JWJulie Walters
Julie Walters
Yvonne
CMColm Meaney
Colm Meaney
Roland Potts
JRJemima Rooper
Jemima Rooper
Hydrangea
MCMackenzie Crook
Mackenzie Crook
Braddon
TGTrystan Gravelle
Trystan Gravelle
Matthew
SOSion Tudor Owen
Sion Tudor Owen
Choirmaster
AMAlex Macqueen
Alex Macqueen
Dr. Thorpe
MLMiriam Lucia
Miriam Lucia
Signora Fiorentino
STStanley Townsend
Stanley Townsend
Luciano Pavarotti
DBDi Botcher
Di Botcher
Nurse

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One Chance — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams One Chance?

One Chance is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Kanopy and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is One Chance on Netflix?

No, One Chance is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Kanopy.

Is One Chance on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — One Chance is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of September 2026.

Where can I watch One Chance for free?

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

Is One Chance based on a true story?

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