Howl
It's San Francisco in 1957, and an American masterpiece is put on trial. Howl, the film, recounts this dark moment using three interwoven threads: the tumultuous life events that led a young Allen Ginsberg to find his true voice as an artist, society's reaction (the obscenity trial), and mind-expanding animation that echoes the startling originality of the poem itself. All three coalesce in a genre-bending hybrid that brilliantly captures a pivotal moment-the birth of a counterculture.
Where to stream Howl
Streaming now in the United States on JustWatch TV Plus, fuboTV, Dekkoo, Chai Flicks, JustWatch TV Free, and Kanopy.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Frequently asked questions about Howl
Where can I watch Howl in the United States?
Howl is available to stream on JustWatch TV Plus, fuboTV, Dekkoo, Chai Flicks, JustWatch TV Free, and Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Howl for free?
Howl streams free with ads in the United States on JustWatch TV Free, Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fawesome. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Howl?
Howl scores 6.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Howl?
Howl stars James Franco, Todd Rotondi, Jon Prescott, Aaron Tveit, and David Strathairn. Jeffrey Friedman is the director and Rob Epstein is the director.
How long is Howl?
Howl runs 1h 24m (84 minutes).
When did Howl come out?
Howl was released on August 26, 2010.
Which studio made Howl?
Howl was produced by Rabbit Bandini Productions, Werc Werk Works, and Oscilloscope in the United States.
What was the budget for Howl?
Howl was made on a budget of $5,000,000.
How much did Howl make at the box office?
Howl grossed $1,183,258 worldwide, against a budget of $5,000,000.
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