Directed by Latvian filmmaker Gints Zilbalodis, Flow has emerged as a breakout sensation this awards season. Following its Golden Globe victory for Best Animated Feature, the acclaimed film is now available for home viewing. Here’s everything you need to know about streaming Flow and its captivating journey.
What is Flow About?
Set against the backdrop of a flooded world, Flow tells the story of a brave cat who joins forces with a capybara, a lemur, a bird, and a dog. Together, they navigate a makeshift boat in search of dry land. With no dialogue, the film relies on stunning visuals and emotive storytelling to explore themes of environmental fragility, trust, and friendship. Flow’s universal appeal lies in its ability to transcend language, making it a truly global cinematic experience.
Where to Watch Flow Online?
Flow is now streaming on digital video-on-demand platforms, including Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Fandango At Home.
- Purchase Options: You can buy the film for $19.99 on Prime Video and Apple TV+. On Fandango At Home, prices range from $14.99 (SD) to $24.99 (4K UHD).
- Rental Options: Rentals are available for $5.99, with a 30-day window to start watching and 48 hours to finish once started.
- For your convenience, here is the link to Rent/Buy Flow.
When and Where to Stream Flow?
So far we don’t have updates on when and where the movie will stream online, but since it is a Janus Films Venture, its likely the movie will eventually finds its way to the Criterion Channel. As to when that would be is still unknown.
Awards and Acclaim
At the 82nd Annual Golden Globes, Flow triumphed over major contenders, including Disney’s Inside Out 2 and Moana 2, to win Best Animated Feature. The film is a strong contender at the upcoming Oscars, with nominations expected in both the Best Animated Feature and Best International Feature categories. Latvia has selected Flow as its official entry for the latter category.
Additionally, Flow has already secured accolades at:
- The 37th European Film Awards (Best Animated Film)
- New York Film Critics Circle Awards
- Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards
- National Board of Review Awards
Why does Flow Stand Out?
Gints Zilbalodis’ decision to create a dialogue-free narrative has been widely praised for its universal resonance. Speaking to People, the director explained, “Because there’s no dialogue, it really transcends any cultural boundaries, which means that everyone can understand it. That’s something really cool about animation.”
