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The East

6.620131h 56mPG-13MovieDramaThriller

An operative for an elite private intelligence firm finds her priorities irrevocably changed after she is tasked with infiltrating an anarchist group known for executing covert attacks upon major corporations.

DirectorZal Batmanglij
WritersZal Batmanglij·Brit Marling
ProducersMichael Costigan·Jocelyn Hayes

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Cast · Directed by Zal Batmanglij

BMBrit Marling
Brit Marling
Sarah
ASAlexander Skarsgård
Alexander Skarsgård
Benji
EPElliot Page
Elliot Page
Izzy
TKToby Kebbell
Toby Kebbell
Doc
SFShiloh Fernandez
Shiloh Fernandez
Luca
AHAldis Hodge
Aldis Hodge
Thumbs
DMDanielle Macdonald
Danielle Macdonald
Tess
HBHillary Baack
Hillary Baack
Eve
PCPatricia Clarkson
Patricia Clarkson
Sharon
JRJason Ritter
Jason Ritter
Tim
JOJulia Ormond
Julia Ormond
Paige Williams
BMBilly Magnussen
Billy Magnussen
Porty McCabe

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The East — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The East?

The East is streaming on Cinemax in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The East on Netflix?

No, The East is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Cinemax.

Is The East on Amazon Prime Video?

The East 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 The East for free?

The East is available on Cinemax in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.