The System
When a young soldier, newly returned from war, gets caught up in a drug bust, he is recruited by the authorities to go undercover in a notoriously dangerous prison in order to figure out what is really going on.
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Streaming now in the United States on Philo, Starz, Kanopy, and Hoopla.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The System
Where can I watch The System in the United States?
The System is available to stream on Philo, Starz, Kanopy, and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The System for free?
The System streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy and Hoopla. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The System?
The System scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The System?
The System stars Tyrese Gibson, Terrence Howard, Jeremy Piven, Lil Yachty, and Ric Reitz. Dallas Jackson is the director.
How long is The System?
The System runs 1h 37m (97 minutes).
When did The System come out?
The System was released on October 28, 2022.
Which studio made The System?
The System was produced by BondIt Media Capital and Buffalo 8 Productions in the United States.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.