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The Good Lie

7.520141h 50mPG-13MovieDrama

A young refugee of the Sudanese Civil War who wins a lottery for relocation to the United States with three other lost boys. Encountering the modern world for the first time, they develop an unlikely friendship with a brash American woman…

DirectorPhilippe Falardeau
WriterMargaret Nagle
ProducersBrian Grazer·Thad Luckinbill

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KanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Philippe Falardeau

Reese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon
Carrie Davis
Corey Stoll
Corey Stoll
Jack
Arnold Oceng
Arnold Oceng
Mamere
Ger Duany
Ger Duany
Jeremiah
Thad Luckinbill
Thad Luckinbill
Matt
Afemo Omilami
Afemo Omilami
Dr. Monyang
Sarah Baker
Sarah Baker
Pamela Lowi
Joshua Mikel
Joshua Mikel
Dave
Mike Pniewski
Mike Pniewski
Nick Costas
Lindsey Garrett
Lindsey Garrett
Jenny
Emmanuel Jal
Emmanuel Jal
Paul
Kuoth Wiel
Kuoth Wiel
Abital

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The Good Lie — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Good Lie?

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

Is The Good Lie on Netflix?

No, The Good Lie is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

Is The Good Lie on Amazon Prime Video?

The Good Lie 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 Good Lie for free?

The Good Lie is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and The Roku Channel in United States.