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The Soloist

6.720091h 57mPG-13MovieDramaMusic

A Los Angeles journalist befriends a homeless Juilliard-trained musician, while looking for a new article for the paper.

DirectorJoe Wright
WritersSteve Lopez·Susannah Grant
ProducersRuss Krasnoff·Gary Foster

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KanopyKanopyHooplaHoopla
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Joe Wright

RJRobert Downey Jr.
Robert Downey Jr.
Steve Lopez
JFJamie Foxx
Jamie Foxx
Nathaniel Ayers
CKCatherine Keener
Catherine Keener
Mary Weston
THTom Hollander
Tom Hollander
Graham Claydon
NENelsan Ellis
Nelsan Ellis
David Carter
MBMichael Bunin
Michael Bunin
Adam Crane
LHLisaGay Hamilton
LisaGay Hamilton
Jennifer Ayers
RHRachael Harris
Rachael Harris
Leslie Bloom
SRStephen Root
Stephen Root
Curt Reynolds
LTLorraine Toussaint
Lorraine Toussaint
Flo Ayers
JMJena Malone
Jena Malone
Cheery Lab Tech
OSOctavia Spencer
Octavia Spencer
Troubled Woman

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The Soloist — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Soloist?

The Soloist is streaming on 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 The Soloist on Netflix?

No, The Soloist is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Kanopy and Hoopla.

Is The Soloist on Amazon Prime Video?

The Soloist 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 Soloist for free?

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

Is The Soloist based on a true story?

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