The Independent (2022): cast, story & where to watch
2022 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2022, The Independent is a thriller and drama film directed by Amy Rice, running about 108 minutes. “Follow the lies. Find the truth.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. It's the final weeks of the most consequential presidential election in history. America is poised to elect either its first female president or its first viable independent candidate. Reporting history as it's made, an idealistic young journalist teams up with her idol, legendary journalist Nick Booker, to uncover a conspiracy that places the fate of the election, and the country, in their hands.
Who’s in it. The Independent stars Jodie Turner-Smith as Elisha "Eli" James, Brian Cox as Nick Booker, John Cena as Nate Sterling and Ali Marsh as Sharon Romney, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Independent has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Peacock Premium and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Independent page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Independent tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Independent (2022)?
- In US, The Independent is available to stream on Peacock Premium, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Independent worth watching?
- The Independent holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Independent?
- The Independent stars Jodie Turner-Smith, Brian Cox, John Cena, Ali Marsh and Kathy Bates.
- When was The Independent released?
- The Independent was released in 2022, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.