Special
A lonely metermaid has a psychotic reaction to his medication and becomes convinced he's a superhero. A very select group of people in life are truly gifted. Special is a movie about everyone else.
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Streaming now in the United States on Philo, Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Tubi TV.
Rent or buy in the United States on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling.
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Frequently asked questions about Special
Where can I watch Special in the United States?
Special is available to stream on Philo, Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Special for free?
Special streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Special?
Special scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Special?
Special stars Michael Rapaport, Paul Blackthorne, Josh Peck, Robert Baker, and Jack Kehler. Hal Haberman is the director and Jeremy Passmore is the director.
How long is Special?
Special runs 1h 21m (81 minutes).
When did Special come out?
Special was released on November 17, 2006.
Which studio made Special?
Special was produced by Rival Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Special?
Special was made on a budget of $1,000,000.
How much did Special make at the box office?
Special grossed $7,202 worldwide, against a budget of $1,000,000.
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.