Where to watch Searching (2018)
No one is lost without a trace.
As of 13 October 2026, Searching (2018) is streaming in India on Sony Liv, VI movies and tv and Sony Pictures Amazon Channel. You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Story
After David Kim's 16-year-old daughter goes missing, a local investigation is opened and a detective is assigned to the case. But 37 hours later and without a single lead, David decides to search the one place no one has looked yet, where all secrets are kept today: his daughter's laptop.
Streaming, rent & buy options by country
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✅ India
Sony Liv
VI movies and tv
Sony Pictures Amazon Channel
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
YouTube
Amazon VideoApple TV StoreGoogle Play MoviesYouTube✅ The US
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Fandango At Home
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Netflix
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Rakuten TVAmazon VideoGoogle Play Movies
Sky StoreYouTubeApple TV StoreRakuten TVAmazon VideoGoogle Play MoviesSky StoreYouTube— Pakistan
Not available online in Pakistan right now.
— Germany
Apple TV StoreAmazon VideoGoogle Play MoviesYouTube
MagentaTV
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John ChoDavid Kim
Michelle LaMargot
Debra MessingDetective Vick
Joseph LeePeter
Sara SohnPamela Nam Kim
Briana McLeanAbigail
Erica JenkinsHannah
Connor McRaithIsaac
Dominic HoffmanMichael Porter
Ric SarabiaRandy Cartoff- SMSteven Michael EichRobert
Melissa DisneyIsaac's Mom (voice)
Director: Aneesh Chaganty
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Searching in India?
As of 13 October 2026, Searching (2018) is streaming in India on Sony Liv, VI movies and tv and Sony Pictures Amazon Channel. You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where can I watch Searching in the US?
As of 13 October 2026, Searching (2018) is streaming in the US on YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
Where can I watch Searching in the UK?
As of 13 October 2026, Searching (2018) is streaming in the UK on Netflix. You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video.
Where can I watch Searching in Pakistan?
As of 13 October 2026, Searching isn't available to stream, rent or buy online in Pakistan.
Where can I watch Searching in Germany?
As of 13 October 2026, Searching isn't included with any subscription in Germany, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.
Is Searching on Netflix?
Yes. As of 13 October 2026, Searching is on Netflix in the UK.
Who is in the cast of Searching?
Searching stars John Cho, Michelle La, Debra Messing, Joseph Lee and Sara Sohn, and is directed by Aneesh Chaganty.
How long is Searching and is it any good?
Searching runs 1h 42m and has an average user rating of 7.6/10 from 4,401 votes.