Hedda OTT Release
Nia DaCosta’s new film Hedda is finally coming to streaming. The American drama, which first played at the Toronto International Film Festival, will be available on Amazon Prime Video on October 29, 2025.
It opened in select US theaters on October 22 before its global online release.
The film adapts Henrik Ibsen’s 1891 play Hedda Gabler into a modern yet emotionally raw version. This movie explores control, jealousy, and quiet rebellion through a contemporary lens.
Viewers everywhere can watch it with a Prime Video subscription at no extra cost.
When and Where to Watch Hedda the American Drama Online?
Hedda streams worldwide on Amazon Prime Video starting October 29, 2025. No regional delay is announced, so Indian audiences can also stream it that same day.
The movie earned early praise from critics after festival screenings. Reviews highlight Tessa Thompson’s intense and magnetic performance and Nia DaCosta’s sharp direction.
With an 83 percent critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, the film is expected to be part of awards season conversations.
Cast
Tessa Thompson leads as Hedda Gabler, both the heart and chaos of the film. Joining her are Nina Hoss as Eileen Lovborg, Imogen Poots as Thea Clifton, Tom Bateman as George Tesman, and Nicholas Pinnock as Judge Roland Brack. The supporting cast includes Finbar Lynch, Mirren Mack, Jamael Westman, Kathryn Hunter, and Saffron Hocking. The film combines strong performances with a stylish production that mirrors both the grace and tension of high society.
Plot
Set over a single evening at an elegant estate, the story follows a newlywed woman hosting a dinner that slowly unravels into emotional chaos. Hedda, trapped between desire and duty, manipulates those around her in quiet desperation. Her husband George runs after academic success, while Judge Brack takes dangerous interest in her private life. Meanwhile, old feelings resurface when her former lover’s manuscript appears, sparking jealousy and deceit.
The film shows a woman trying to reclaim power in a world that constantly limits her. Tessa Thompson plays Hedda as both fearless and fragile, which keeps the story tense until its end.
Nia DaCosta’s Hedda is a dramatic watch full of unspoken pain, control, and fiery emotion. Streaming from October 29 on Prime Video, it’s one of the year’s most talked-about American dramas.
Disclaimer:
Hedda’s streaming details, release dates, and availability are based on the latest official announcements as of October 2025. Regional streaming rights and schedules may vary. Viewers are advised to check their local Amazon Prime Video listings for final confirmation before streaming.
