Custody
When a hard-working single mother, Sara Diaz, has her children taken from her after she is suspected of injuring her son, Ally Fisher, a recent law school graduate, is assigned to represent her case before Judge Martha Schulman, a veteran of the Family Court System.
Where to watch Custody in United States
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Kino Film CollectionClick a service to open Custody there. Availability last verified on July 11, 2026.
Where is Custody streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Lifetime Movie Club, Lifetime Movie Club Apple TV Channel, Lifetime Movie Club Amazon Channel, Kino Film Collection | — |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Brazil | Claro tv+ | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
About Custody
Custody is a 2016 English-language drama film directed by James Lapine. The cast is led by Viola Davis, Hayden Panettiere, Catalina Sandino Moreno. It has a runtime of 1h 44m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Lifetime Movie Club, Lifetime Movie Club Apple TV Channel, Lifetime Movie Club Amazon Channel.
Custody was produced by Green-Light International, Lucky Monkey Pictures, and Washington Square Films and made in United States of America. It was released on April 17, 2016.
- Director
- James Lapine
- Writers
- James Lapine
- Release date
- April 17, 2016
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Green-Light International, Lucky Monkey Pictures, Washington Square Films
Custody cast & crew
Custody was directed by James Lapine and written by James Lapine.
The cast features Viola Davis as Martha Schulman, Hayden Panettiere as Ally Fischer, Catalina Sandino Moreno as Sara Diaz, Tony Shalhoub as Jason Schulman, Ellen Burstyn as Beatrice Fisher, and Raúl Esparza as Luis Sanjuro.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Antonio Pinto, cinematography is by Zak Mulligan, and it was produced by Lauren Versel and Katie Mustard.
Is Custody worth watching?
Custody holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 53 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 44m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama, Custody is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Custody
In United States, you can stream Custody on Lifetime Movie Club, Lifetime Movie Club Apple TV Channel, Lifetime Movie Club Amazon Channel, and Kino Film Collection. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Custody
Viola Davis
Martha Schulman
Hayden Panettiere
Ally Fischer
Catalina Sandino Moreno
Sara Diaz
Tony Shalhoub
Jason Schulman
Ellen Burstyn
Beatrice Fisher
Raúl Esparza
Luis Sanjuro
Dan Fogler
Keith Denholz
Ralph Rodriguez
Anger Management Charley
Justin Whang
Sleazy One Night Stand
Custody — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Custody in United States?
Custody is streaming on Lifetime Movie Club, Lifetime Movie Club Apple TV Channel, Lifetime Movie Club Amazon Channel, Kino Film Collection in United States.
▸Is Custody on Lifetime Movie Club?
Yes — Custody is currently available on Lifetime Movie Club in United States.
▸What language is Custody in?
Custody is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Custody?
Custody runs 1 hours 44 minutes (104 minutes).
▸What is Custody rated?
It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 53 ratings.
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