Passing (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2021, Passing is a drama and mystery film directed by Rebecca Hall, running about 98 minutes. “Nothing is black and white.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1920s New York City, a Black woman finds her world upended when her life becomes intertwined with a former childhood friend who's passing as white.
Who’s in it. Passing stars Ruth Negga as Clare Kendry, Tessa Thompson as Irene Redfield, Alexander Skarsgård as John Bellew and André Holland as Brian Redfield, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Passing has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Passing page.
If you liked it. Fans of Passing tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Passing (2021)?
- In US, Passing is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Passing worth watching?
- Passing holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Passing?
- Passing stars Ruth Negga, Tessa Thompson, Alexander Skarsgård, André Holland and Bill Camp.
- When was Passing released?
- Passing was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.