Where to watch The Impossible (2012)
Yes — The Impossible is free on Kanopy, which you get through most public libraries with a library card.
In December 2004, close-knit family Maria, Henry and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand. But the day after Christmas, the idyllic holiday turns into an incomprehensible nightmare when a terrifying roar rises from the depths of the sea, followed by a wall of black water that devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.
Every legal way to watch The Impossible
Free — no account needed
Nothing to pay and nothing to sign up for.
Free with ads
Completely free to watch. You sit through ad breaks instead of paying.
Included with a subscription
No extra charge if you already subscribe to one of these.
Rent
A one-off charge for a viewing window, usually 48 hours.
Buy
A one-off charge to keep it in your library.
Prices and availability change constantly. Check the live listing before you pay for anything.
The Impossible — common questions
- Can I watch The Impossible for free?
- Yes. The Impossible is streaming at no cost on Kanopy, The Roku Channel. These are licensed services — free because they run ads or are funded by public libraries, not because they are pirating anything.
- Is The Impossible on Netflix?
- No. The Impossible is not on Netflix here. The services that do carry it are listed above.
- How do I watch The Impossible without paying anything?
- Open The Roku Channel — no subscription and, on most of these, no account either. Everything is legal and studio-licensed; you watch ad breaks instead of paying a fee.
- How long is The Impossible?
- The Impossible runs 113 minutes, rated PG-13.
