Fences
In 1950s Pittsburgh, a frustrated African-American father struggles with the constraints of poverty, racism, and his own inner demons as he tries to raise a family.
Where to stream Fences
Streaming now in the United States on Paramount Plus Essential, Kanopy, and Hoopla.
Rent or buy in the United States on JustWatch TV Store, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
Trailers and promos
Trailer 2
Teaser Trailer
UK Trailer 1
"Same Spot As You" Full Scene
"The Marrying Kind" Clip
"Why Don't You Like Me" Clip
Ruben Santiago-Hudson announces FENCES for AFI Movie Club
Denzel Washington on making Fences
Limelight
Discover, track, and enjoy the best movies and shows
Save what you want to watch, see where it streams, and get notified the moment it lands on a service you pay for. Ratings from IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic for every title, and recommendations that learn what you like. No ads.
On Mac
iPhone
iPad
Mac
More like Fences
Frequently asked questions about Fences
Where can I watch Fences in the United States?
Fences is available to stream on Paramount Plus Essential, Kanopy, and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on JustWatch TV Store, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Fences on Paramount Plus Essential?
Yes. Fences is streaming on Paramount Plus Essential in the United States, alongside Kanopy and Hoopla.
Can I watch Fences for free?
Fences streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy and Hoopla. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Fences?
Fences scores 6.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Fences?
Fences stars Denzel Washington, Viola Davis, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Jovan Adepo, and Russell Hornsby. Denzel Washington is the director.
How long is Fences?
Fences runs 2h 19m (139 minutes).
When did Fences come out?
Fences was released on December 16, 2016.
Which studio made Fences?
Fences was produced by Paramount Pictures, MACRO, and Bron Studios in the United States and Canada.
What was the budget for Fences?
Fences was made on a budget of $24,000,000.
How much did Fences make at the box office?
Fences grossed $64,400,000 worldwide, against a budget of $24,000,000.
Ratings and 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 October 2026.