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Where to Watch Hotel Rwanda(2004)

“When the world closed its eyes, he opened his arms.”

DramaHistoryWar2h 2m

Looking for where to watch Hotel Rwanda? You can currently find Hotel Rwanda online through Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. Availability changes often, so we separate subscription, free, rental, and purchase options below.

Inspired by true events, this film takes place in Rwanda in the 1990s when more than a million Tutsis were killed in a genocide that went mostly unnoticed by the rest of the world. Hotel owner Paul Rusesabagina houses over a thousand refuges in his hotel in attempt to save their lives.

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Hotel Rwanda (2004), directed by Terry George, is a drama film and is available to stream on 12 services in the US. It doesn't yet have widely-aggregated ratings. Released in 2004, it's a 2000s drama that continues to find new audiences through streaming.

The film stars Don Cheadle, Sophie Okonedo, and Nick Nolte. At 122 minutes, it's a typical feature-length viewing. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.

You can watch Hotel Rwanda for free (with ads) on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, and YouTube Free — no subscription required, so it's the easiest option if you don't already pay for a streaming service.

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Frequently asked

  • No — Hotel Rwanda isn't currently streaming on Netflix in the US.
  • Hotel Rwanda is available to stream for free on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, YouTube Free in the US.
  • No — Hotel Rwanda isn't currently streaming on Prime Video in the US.
  • Yes — Hotel Rwanda is available to stream for free (with ads) on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, YouTube Free in the US.
  • Hotel Rwanda runs 2h 2m (122 minutes total).
  • Critic ratings for Hotel Rwanda aren't available yet.

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