Movie

The Independent

“Follow the lies. Find the truth.”

★ 6.5(140)20221h 48m

The Independent is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Amazon Video in New Zealand. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 21 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Amy Rice
Release date: 2022-11-02
Runtime: 1h 48m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Park Pictures Features

The Independent — trailer

About The Independent

The Independent is a 2022 movie in the Thriller, Mystery and Crime genres, directed by Amy Rice, starring Jodie Turner-Smith, Brian Cox and Ali Marsh. It has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 140 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Independent in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Jodie Turner-Smith

Elisha "Eli" James

Brian Cox

Nick Booker

Ali Marsh

Sharon Romney

Luke Kirby

Lucas Nicoll

John Cena

Nate Sterling

Ann Dowd

Patricia Turnball

Margaret Odette

Jennifer Cooke

Alysia Reiner

Kathy Gibbs

Victor Slezak

President Archer

Timothy Busfield

Tom Mayfield

Imani Love

Penny James

Stephen Lang

Gordon

Themes & keywords

usa presidentcorruptionlol

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Independent in New Zealand?+

In New Zealand, The Independent is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is The Independent on Netflix?+

The Independent is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is The Independent?+

The Independent has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).

Who stars in The Independent?+

The Independent stars Jodie Turner-Smith, Brian Cox, Ali Marsh, Luke Kirby and John Cena.

When did The Independent come out?+

The Independent is a 2022 movie directed by Amy Rice.

What genre is The Independent?+

The Independent is Thriller, Mystery and Crime film.

Who directed The Independent?+

The Independent was directed by Amy Rice.