Joy (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2019, Joy is a drama film directed by Sudabeh Mortezai, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Close to paying off her debts, a Nigerian sex worker in Austria coaches a reluctant novice, and assesses the risks of taking a faster path to freedom.
Who’s in it. Joy stars Anwulika Alphonsus as Joy, Precious Mariam Sanusi as Precious, Angela Ekeleme as Madame and Gift Igweh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Joy has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Joy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Joy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Joy (2019)?
- In US, Joy is available to stream on Netflix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Joy worth watching?
- Joy holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Joy?
- Joy stars Anwulika Alphonsus, Precious Mariam Sanusi, Angela Ekeleme, Gift Igweh and Sandra John.
- When was Joy released?
- Joy was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.