Origin
While investigating the global phenomenon of caste and its dark influence on society, a journalist faces unfathomable personal loss and uncovers the beauty of human resilience.
Where to watch Origin in United States
KanopyClick a service to open Origin there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Origin streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Kanopy | — |
| India | Netflix | — |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| France | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Spain | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Brazil | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Japan | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
About Origin
Origin is a 2023 English-language drama and history film directed by Ava DuVernay. The cast is led by Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Niecy Nash, Jon Bernthal. It has a runtime of 2h 21m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kanopy.
Origin was produced by ARRAY Filmworks and made in United States of America. It was released on December 8, 2023, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $38 million, it went on to gross $4 million worldwide.
- Director
- Ava DuVernay
- Writers
- Ava DuVernay
- Release date
- December 8, 2023
- OTT release
- March 12, 2024
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $38 million
- Box office
- $4 million
- Production
- ARRAY Filmworks
Origin cast & crew
Origin was directed by Ava DuVernay and written by Ava DuVernay.
The cast features Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor as Isabel Wilkerson, Niecy Nash as Marion Wilkerson, Jon Bernthal as Brett Hamilton, Emily Yancy as Ruby Wilkerson, Finn Wittrock as August Landmesser, and Victoria Pedretti as Irma Eckler.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Kris Bowers, cinematography is by Matthew J. Lloyd, and it was produced by Laurene Powell Jobs and Melinda Gates.
Is Origin worth watching?
Origin holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 80 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 2h 21m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and history, Origin is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Origin
In United States, you can stream Origin on Kanopy. Click any service above to open it directly.
It first became available to stream digitally on March 12, 2024.
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 Origin
Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
Isabel Wilkerson
Niecy Nash
Marion Wilkerson
Jon Bernthal
Brett Hamilton
Emily Yancy
Ruby Wilkerson
Finn Wittrock
August Landmesser
Victoria Pedretti
Irma Eckler
Jasmine Cephas Jones
Elizabeth Davis
Isha Blaaker
Allison Davis
Vera Farmiga
Kate Medina
Audra McDonald
Miss Hale
Connie Nielsen
Sabine
Blair Underwood
Amari Selvan
Origin — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Origin in United States?
Origin is streaming on Kanopy in United States.
▸Is Origin on Kanopy?
Yes — Origin is currently available on Kanopy in United States.
▸What language is Origin in?
Origin is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Origin?
Origin runs 2 hours 21 minutes (141 minutes).
▸What is Origin rated?
Origin is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 80 ratings.
▸When did Origin release on OTT?
Origin became available digitally on March 12, 2024.
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