A Single Man
Set in Los Angeles in 1962, at the height of the Cuban missile crisis, is the story of a British college professor who dwells on the past and cannot see his future. We follow him through a single day, where a series of events and encounters ultimately lead him to decide if there is a meaning to life after the death of his long time partner, Jim.
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Streaming now in the United States on Britbox Apple TV channel, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Fandango at Home Free.
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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A Single Man - Official UK Trailer (2009)
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Frequently asked questions about A Single Man
Where can I watch A Single Man in the United States?
A Single Man is available to stream on Britbox Apple TV channel, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Fandango at Home Free 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 A Single Man for free?
A Single Man streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Fandango at Home Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for A Single Man?
A Single Man scores 7.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in A Single Man?
A Single Man stars Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Nicholas Hoult, Matthew Goode, and Jon Kortajarena. Tom Ford is the director.
How long is A Single Man?
A Single Man runs 1h 40m (100 minutes).
When did A Single Man come out?
A Single Man was released on December 11, 2009.
Which studio made A Single Man?
A Single Man was produced by Fade To Black, Depth of Field, and Artina Films in the United States.
What was the budget for A Single Man?
A Single Man was made on a budget of $7,000,000.
How much did A Single Man make at the box office?
A Single Man grossed $25,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $7,000,000.
What languages is A Single Man in?
A Single Man is in English and Spanish, and its original language is English.
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.