The Public
An act of civil disobedience turns into a standoff with police when homeless people in Cincinnati take over the public library to seek shelter from the bitter cold.
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Frequently asked questions about The Public
Where can I watch The Public in the United States?
The Public is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and MovieMe. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Public?
The Public scores 6.5 on The Movie Database, 6.7 on IMDb, 39% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 65 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The Public?
The Public stars Alec Baldwin, Taylor Schilling, Emilio Estevez, Jena Malone, and Christian Slater. Emilio Estevez is the director.
How long is The Public?
The Public runs 2h 2m (122 minutes).
When did The Public come out?
The Public was released on April 5, 2019.
Which studio made The Public?
The Public was produced by Hammerstone Studios, E2 Films, and Cedarvale Pictures 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.