Searching for Sugar Man trailer
Searching for Sugar Man (2012), directed by Malik Bendjelloul, is a music film and is available to stream on 6 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 8.2/10 and 95% on Rotten Tomatoes from 1,017 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Originally released in 2012, it's now a streaming staple.
The film stars Stephen Segerman, Rodriguez, and Regan Rodriguez. At 85 minutes, it's a quick watch. Its compact length makes it a strong pick for a mid-week watch when you don't want to commit a full evening to a single film.
You can watch Searching for Sugar Man for free (with ads) on The Roku Channel — 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 To End All War: Oppenheimer & the Atomic Bomb and Apollo 11, both of which are available to stream right now.
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- No — Searching for Sugar Man isn't currently streaming on Netflix in the US.
- Searching for Sugar Man is available to stream for free on The Roku Channel in the US.
- No — Searching for Sugar Man isn't currently streaming on Prime Video in the US.
- Yes — Searching for Sugar Man is available to stream for free (with ads) on The Roku Channel in the US.
- Searching for Sugar Man runs 1h 25m (85 minutes total).
- IMDb 8.2/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 95% · Metacritic 79/100.
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