Where to watch Close Encounters of the Third Kind(1977)
In the United States, Close Encounters of the Third Kind is available to stream on Peacock and Sony Pictures Core. It's also free on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
Where to stream Close Encounters of the Third Kind
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Data updated on October 10, 2026. Availability data from JustWatch.
Close Encounters of the Third Kind plot summary
We are not alone.
After an encounter with UFOs, an electricity linesman feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen.
Details
- Release date
- December 14, 1977
- Runtime
- 2h 17m
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Drama
- Directed by
- Steven Spielberg
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States
- TMDB rating
- 7.4 / 10 · 4,875 votes
Close Encounters of the Third Kind trailer
Cast
Richard DreyfussRoy Neary
François TruffautClaude Lacombe
Teri GarrRonnie Neary
Melinda DillonJillian Guiler
Bob BalabanDavid Laughlin
J. Patrick McNamaraProject Leader
Warren J. KemmerlingWild Bill
Roberts BlossomFarmer- Phil DoddsARP Musician
Cary GuffeyBarry Guiler
FAQ
Where can I watch Close Encounters of the Third Kind?
In the United States, Close Encounters of the Third Kind is available to stream on Peacock and Sony Pictures Core. It's also free on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
Can I rent or buy Close Encounters of the Third Kind?
Yes. In the United States you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.
How long is Close Encounters of the Third Kind?
Close Encounters of the Third Kind runs 2h 17m (137 minutes).
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