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Black Butterfly

2017·Movie·R·93 min·6.2(576)

Paul is a down-on-his-luck screenwriter who picks up a drifter and offers him a place to stay. However, when the deranged stranger takes Paul hostage and forces him to write, their unhinged relationship brings buried secrets to light.

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Where to watch Black Butterfly in United States

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Where is Black Butterfly streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesYouTube TV, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Fandango at Home FreeAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomRakuten TV, Plex, W4freeApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla, Tubi TVApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
AustraliaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, 7plus, Tubi TVApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, filmfriend, Rakuten TVApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceMolotov TVApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
SpainFilmin, Rakuten TVRakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video
BrazilAdrenalina Pura Amazon channel, Adrenalina Pura Apple TV channel
South Koreawavve, Watcha, TVINGwavve

About Black Butterfly

Black Butterfly is a 2017 English-language thriller, mystery and drama film directed by Brian Goodman. The cast is led by Antonio Banderas, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Piper Perabo. It has a runtime of 1h 33m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 600 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on YouTube TV, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Kanopy.

Black Butterfly was produced by Battleplan Productions, Compadre Entertainment, and Paradox Studios and made in United States of America and Italy. It was released on May 26, 2017, and carries a R certification.

Director
Brian Goodman
Writers
Justin Stanley, Marc Frydman
Release date
May 26, 2017
OTT release
May 26, 2017
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America, Italy
Production
Battleplan Productions, Compadre Entertainment, Paradox Studios
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Black Butterfly cast & crew

Black Butterfly was directed by Brian Goodman and written by Justin Stanley and Marc Frydman.

The cast features Antonio Banderas as Paul, Jonathan Rhys Meyers as Jack, Piper Perabo as Laura, Abel Ferrara as Pat, Nicholas Aaron as Delivery Man, and Vincent Riotta as Lt Carcano.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Federico Jusid, cinematography is by José David Montero, and it was produced by Juan Antonio García Peredo and Gerard Barba.

Is Black Butterfly worth watching?

Black Butterfly holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 576 ratings, a solidly received thriller films.

At 1h 33m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy thriller, mystery, and drama, Black Butterfly is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Black Butterfly

In United States, you can stream Black Butterfly on YouTube TV, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Tubi TV, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

It first became available to stream digitally on May 26, 2017.

Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.

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Cast of Black Butterfly

Antonio Banderas

Antonio Banderas

Paul

Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Jack

Piper Perabo

Piper Perabo

Laura

Abel Ferrara

Abel Ferrara

Pat

Nicholas Aaron

Nicholas Aaron

Delivery Man

Vincent Riotta

Vincent Riotta

Lt Carcano

Gioia Libardoni

Gioia Libardoni

Waitress

Nathalie Rapti Gomez

Nathalie Rapti Gomez

Julie

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Alexandra Klim

Paul's Wife

Katie McGovern

Katie McGovern

Nancy Barrows

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Randall Paul

Mr. Owen

Timothy Martin

Timothy Martin

News Reporter

Black Butterfly — FAQs

Where can I watch Black Butterfly in United States?

Black Butterfly is streaming on YouTube TV, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free in United States.

Is Black Butterfly on YouTube TV?

Yes — Black Butterfly is currently available on YouTube TV in United States.

What language is Black Butterfly in?

Black Butterfly is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Black Butterfly?

Black Butterfly runs 1 hours 33 minutes (93 minutes).

What is Black Butterfly rated?

Black Butterfly is rated R. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 576 ratings.

When did Black Butterfly release on OTT?

Black Butterfly became available digitally on May 26, 2017.

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