The Defiant Ones
Two convicts—one white, one black—escape while chained to each other.
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Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV.
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Frequently asked questions about The Defiant Ones
Where can I watch The Defiant Ones in the United States?
The Defiant Ones is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Defiant Ones for free?
The Defiant Ones streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Defiant Ones?
The Defiant Ones scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Defiant Ones?
The Defiant Ones stars Tony Curtis, Sidney Poitier, Theodore Bikel, Charles McGraw, and Lon Chaney Jr.. Stanley Kramer is the director.
How long is The Defiant Ones?
The Defiant Ones runs 1h 36m (96 minutes).
When did The Defiant Ones come out?
The Defiant Ones was released on August 14, 1958.
Which studio made The Defiant Ones?
The Defiant Ones was produced by Curtleigh Productions, Stanley Kramer Productions, and United Artists 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.