The Slap
Hector and his wife Aisha plan a party for family and friends, but the day doesn't turn out as they expected when Hector's hot-headed cousin Harry slaps a misbehaving child. The party ends abruptly with the child's parents threatening legal action, and a chain of events is ignited that will uncover secrets, challenge core values, and leave the party guests and hosts forever changed.
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Streaming now in the United States on The Roku Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The Slap
Where can I watch The Slap in the United States?
The Slap is available to stream on The Roku Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Slap for free?
The Slap streams free with ads in the United States on The Roku Channel. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Slap?
The Slap scores 5.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Slap?
The Slap stars Brian Cox, Melissa George, Lucas Hedges, Marin Ireland, and Makenzie Leigh. Jon Robin Baitz is the creator and Walter F. Parkes is the creator.
How many seasons of The Slap are there?
The Slap has 1 season and 8 episodes, and is ended.
How long does it take to watch all of The Slap?
All 8 episodes of The Slap add up to about 5 hours 36 minutes at roughly 42 minutes each. At two hours a night that is about 3 evenings; at four hours a day it takes about 1 days.
What network is The Slap on?
The Slap airs on NBC, and is produced by Universal Television and Matchbox Pictures.
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.