Origin
While investigating the global phenomenon of caste and its dark influence on society, a journalist faces unfathomable personal loss and uncovers the beauty of human resilience.
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Streaming now in the United States on Kanopy.
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Official Trailer
Thrilling 30"
Acclaim 30"
Official Teaser Trailer
'Origin' with Ava DuVernay, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Niecy Nash-Betts & more Academy Conversations
How Ava DuVernay and Paul Garnes made ORIGIN as an Independent Film | TIFF 2023
The Films that Transformed Ava DuVernay and Paul Garnes' World | ORIGIN | TIFF 2023
ORIGIN at TIFF 2023 Q&A with Ava DuVernay
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Frequently asked questions about Origin
Where can I watch Origin in the United States?
Origin is available to stream on Kanopy in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Origin for free?
Origin streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Origin?
Origin scores 6.2 on The Movie Database, 7.2 on IMDb, 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 73 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Origin?
Origin stars Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Niecy Nash, Jon Bernthal, Emily Yancy, and Finn Wittrock. Ava DuVernay is the director.
How long is Origin?
Origin runs 2h 21m (141 minutes).
When did Origin come out?
Origin was released on December 8, 2023.
Which studio made Origin?
Origin was produced by ARRAY Filmworks in the United States.
What was the budget for Origin?
Origin was made on a budget of $38,000,000.
How much did Origin make at the box office?
Origin grossed $4,474,931 worldwide, against a budget of $38,000,000.
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.