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Short Term 12

7.720131h 36mRMovieDrama

Grace, a compassionate young supervisor at a foster care facility, helps at-risk teens. But when a new charge dredges up memories of her own troubled past, Grace's tough exterior begins eroding.

DirectorDestin Daniel Cretton
WriterDestin Daniel Cretton
ProducersJoshua Astrachan·Asher Goldstein

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Cast · Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton

BLBrie Larson
Brie Larson
Grace Howard
JJJohn Gallagher Jr.
John Gallagher Jr.
Mason
KDKaitlyn Dever
Kaitlyn Dever
Jayden Cole
RMRami Malek
Rami Malek
Nate
LSLaKeith Stanfield
LaKeith Stanfield
Marcus
KHKevin Hernandez
Kevin Hernandez
Luis
MWMelora Walters
Melora Walters
Dr. Hendler
SBStephanie Beatriz
Stephanie Beatriz
Jessica
LVLydia Du Veaux
Lydia Du Veaux
Kendra
AC
Alex Calloway
Sammy
FTFrantz Turner
Frantz Turner
Jack
DRDiana Maria Riva
Diana Maria Riva
Nurse Beth

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Short Term 12 — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Short Term 12?

Short Term 12 is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV and Philo in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Short Term 12 on Netflix?

No, Short Term 12 is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and fuboTV.

Is Short Term 12 on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Short Term 12 is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Short Term 12 for free?

Short Term 12 is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.