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Where to Watch Papillon(1973)

The greatest adventure of escape!

8IMDb
73%Rotten Tomatoes
58Metascore
CrimeDrama2h 31m

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

A man befriends a fellow criminal as the two of them begin serving their sentence on a dreadful prison island, which inspires the man to plot his escape.

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Papillon (1973), directed by Franklin J. Schaffner, is a crime film and is available to stream on 8 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 8.0/10 and 73% on Rotten Tomatoes from 2,107 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Released in 1973, the film is a recognisable touchstone of 1970s crime, and remains widely watched decades later.

The film stars Steve McQueen, Dustin Hoffman, and Victor Jory. At 151 minutes, it's a substantial commitment at over two hours. Plan accordingly: this is a movie that rewards a single sitting rather than being broken across multiple sessions.

You can watch Papillon for free (with ads) on Kanopy and Tubi — no subscription required, so it's the easiest option if you don't already pay for a streaming service. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with Malcolm X and The Wild Child, both of which are available to stream right now.

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Frequently asked

  • No — Papillon isn't currently streaming on Netflix in the US.
  • Papillon is available to stream for free on Kanopy, Tubi in the US.
  • No — Papillon isn't currently streaming on Prime Video in the US.
  • Yes — Papillon is available to stream for free (with ads) on Kanopy, Tubi in the US.
  • Papillon runs 2h 31m (151 minutes total).
  • IMDb 8.0/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 73% · Metacritic 58/100.

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