Where to watch Arrival (2016)
PG-13116 min★ 7.6Drama, Science Fiction, Mystery
Yes — Arrival is free on Kanopy and Hoopla, which you get through most public libraries with a library card.
Taking place after alien crafts land around the world, an expert linguist is recruited by the military to determine whether they come in peace or are a threat.
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Arrival — common questions
- Can I watch Arrival for free?
- Yes. Arrival is streaming at no cost on Kanopy, Hoopla. These are licensed services — free because they run ads or are funded by public libraries, not because they are pirating anything.
- Is Arrival on Netflix?
- No. Arrival is not on Netflix here. The services that do carry it are listed above.
- How do I watch Arrival without paying anything?
- Through a library. Kanopy is free to use but signs you in with a library or university card, so you will need one — most public library systems in the US and UK include it at no charge.
- How long is Arrival?
- Arrival runs 116 minutes, rated PG-13.
