Witness
While protecting an Amish boy—the sole witness to a brutal murder—and his mother, a detective is forced to seek refuge within their community when his own life comes under threat.
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Based on audience scoresWhere to stream Witness
Streaming now in the United States on Paramount Plus Premium, Kanopy, and Hoopla.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
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Witness Wins Film Editing: 1986 Oscars
Out of Africa and Witness Win Writing Awards: 1986 Oscars
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Frequently asked questions about Witness
Where can I watch Witness in the United States?
Witness is available to stream on Paramount Plus Premium, Kanopy, and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Witness on Paramount Plus Premium?
Yes. Witness is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium in the United States, alongside Kanopy and Hoopla.
Can I watch Witness for free?
Witness 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 Witness?
Witness scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Witness?
Witness stars Harrison Ford, Kelly McGillis, Josef Sommer, Lukas Haas, and Jan Rubeš. Peter Weir is the director.
How long is Witness?
Witness runs 1h 52m (112 minutes).
When did Witness come out?
Witness was released on February 8, 1985.
Which studio made Witness?
Witness was produced by Paramount Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Witness?
Witness was made on a budget of $12,000,000.
How much did Witness make at the box office?
Witness grossed $116,107,459 worldwide, against a budget of $12,000,000.
What languages is Witness in?
Witness is in German and English, 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.