Roman J. Israel, Esq.
“All rise.”
Hard-nosed liberal lawyer Roman J. Israel has been fighting the good fight forever while others take the credit. When his partner – the firm's frontman – has a heart attack, Israel suddenly takes on that role. He soon discovers some unsettling truths about the firm – truths that conflict with his values of helping the poor and dispossessed – and finds himself in an existential crisis that leads to extreme actions.
Where to watch Roman J. Israel, Esq. in United States
Starz Apple TV Channel
Starz Roku Premium Channel
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
YouTube
Fandango At Home
PlexClick a service to open Roman J. Israel, Esq. there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Roman J. Israel, Esq. streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Starz Apple TV Channel, Starz Roku Premium Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Hollywood Suite, Hollywood Suite Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Netflix, Molotov TV, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Roman J. Israel, Esq.
Roman J. Israel, Esq. is a 2017 English-language drama, crime and thriller film directed by Dan Gilroy. The cast is led by Denzel Washington, Colin Farrell, Carmen Ejogo. It has a runtime of 2h 2m. Viewers rate it 6.4/10 across 1400 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Starz Apple TV Channel, Starz Roku Premium Channel.
Roman J. Israel, Esq. was produced by Culture China - Image Nation Abu Dhabi Fund, Cross Creek Pictures, and Bron Studios and made in United Arab Emirates and United States of America. It was released on November 17, 2017, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $22 million, it went on to gross $13 million worldwide.
- Director
- Dan Gilroy
- Writers
- Dan Gilroy
- Release date
- November 17, 2017
- OTT release
- January 30, 2018
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Arab Emirates, United States of America
- Budget
- $22 million
- Box office
- $13 million
- Production
- Culture China - Image Nation Abu Dhabi Fund, Cross Creek Pictures, Bron Studios
Roman J. Israel, Esq. cast & crew
Roman J. Israel, Esq. was directed by Dan Gilroy and written by Dan Gilroy.
The cast features Denzel Washington as Roman J. Israel, Colin Farrell as George Pierce, Carmen Ejogo as Maya Alston, Lynda Gravatt as Vernita Wells, Amanda Warren as Lynn Jackson, and Hugo Armstrong as Fritz Molinar.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by James Newton Howard, cinematography is by Robert Elswit, and it was produced by Ben Ross and Denzel Washington.
Is Roman J. Israel, Esq. worth watching?
Roman J. Israel, Esq. holds an audience score of 6.4/10 from 1,402 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 2h 2m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama, crime, and thriller, Roman J. Israel, Esq. is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Roman J. Israel, Esq.
In United States, you can stream Roman J. Israel, Esq. on Starz Apple TV Channel and Starz Roku Premium Channel, 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 January 30, 2018.
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.
Rate & review
Your rating and review are saved privately in this browser — no account needed.
Cast of Roman J. Israel, Esq.
Denzel Washington
Roman J. Israel
Colin Farrell
George Pierce
Carmen Ejogo
Maya Alston
Lynda Gravatt
Vernita Wells
Amanda Warren
Lynn Jackson
Hugo Armstrong
Fritz Molinar
Sam Gilroy
Connor Novick
Tony Plana
Jessie Salinas
DeRon Horton
Derrell Ellerbee
Amari Cheatom
Carter Johnson
Vince Cefalu
Security Bailiff
Tarina Pouncy
Hallway Bailiff
Roman J. Israel, Esq. — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Roman J. Israel, Esq. in United States?
Roman J. Israel, Esq. is streaming on Starz Apple TV Channel, Starz Roku Premium Channel in United States.
▸Is Roman J. Israel, Esq. on Starz Apple TV Channel?
Yes — Roman J. Israel, Esq. is currently available on Starz Apple TV Channel in United States.
▸What language is Roman J. Israel, Esq. in?
Roman J. Israel, Esq. is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Armenian, Spanish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Roman J. Israel, Esq.?
Roman J. Israel, Esq. runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).
▸What is Roman J. Israel, Esq. rated?
Roman J. Israel, Esq. is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.4/10 audience score from 1,402 ratings.
▸When did Roman J. Israel, Esq. release on OTT?
Roman J. Israel, Esq. became available digitally on January 30, 2018.
More like Roman J. Israel, Esq.
