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Where to Watch The Soloist (2009) in the US
- 2009
- PG-13
- 1h 57m
- 6.7IMDb
- 56%Rotten Tomatoes
- 61Metascore
The Soloist is available free with a participating library card or to rent in the United States.
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What it's about
In 2005, the only thing hurting Los Angeles Times columnist Steve Lopez more than his face from a recent bike accident was his pressing need for story ideas. That is when he discovers Nathaniel Ayers, a mentally ill, homeless street musician who possesses extraordinary talent, even through his half-broken instruments. Inspired by his story, Lopez writes an acclaimed series of articles about Ayers and attempts to do more to help both him and the rest of the underclass of LA have a better life. However, Lopez's good intentions run headlong in the hard realities of the strength of Ayers' personal demons and the larger social injustices facing the homeless. Regardless, Lopez and Ayers must find a way to conquer their deepest anxieties and frustrations to hope for a brighter future for both of them.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Joe Wright
- Writer
- Susannah Grant, Steve Lopez
- Starring
- Jamie Foxx, Robert Downey Jr., Catherine Keener
Details
- Release date
- Apr 24, 2009
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom, France, United States
- Box office
- $31,720,158
- Awards
- 1 win & 3 nominations total
Where to Watch The Soloist (2009) in the US — common questions
- Where to watch The Soloist in the United States?
- The Soloist is available free with a participating library card or to rent in the United States. Watch the movie free with a participating library card on hoopla and Kanopy (HD). Rent the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I stream The Soloist or do I have to rent it in the United States?
- Rent the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I watch The Soloist for free in the United States?
- Watch the movie free with a participating library card on hoopla and Kanopy (HD).
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