The Hours
The story of three women searching for more potent, meaningful lives. Each is alive at a different time and place, all are linked by their yearnings and their fears. Their stories intertwine, and finally come together in a surprising, transcendent moment of shared recognition.
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Streaming now in the United States on MGM Plus, Kanopy, and Hoopla.
Rent or buy in the United States on JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The Hours
Where can I watch The Hours in the United States?
The Hours is available to stream on MGM Plus, Kanopy, and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on JustWatch TV, 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 The Hours for free?
The Hours 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 The Hours?
The Hours scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Hours?
The Hours stars Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore, Meryl Streep, Stephen Dillane, and Jack Rovello. Stephen Daldry is the director.
How long is The Hours?
The Hours runs 1h 54m (114 minutes).
When did The Hours come out?
The Hours was released on December 27, 2002.
Which studio made The Hours?
The Hours was produced by Scott Rudin Productions, Robert Fox Productions, and Miramax in the United Kingdom and the United States.
What was the budget for The Hours?
The Hours was made on a budget of $25,000,000.
How much did The Hours make at the box office?
The Hours grossed $108,846,217 worldwide, against a budget of $25,000,000.
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.