

Sound of Metal
2020, English. Directed by Darius Marder.
Music was his world. Then silence revealed a new one.
Metal drummer Ruben begins to lose his hearing. When a doctor tells him his condition will worsen, he thinks his career and life is over. His girlfriend Lou checks the former addict into a rehab for the deaf hoping it will prevent a relapse and help him adapt to his new life. After being welcomed and accepted just as he is, Ruben must choose between his new normal and the life he once knew.
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch Sound of Metal
Sound of Metal is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
Availability in India as of 13 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 20 November 2020
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Darius Marder, Nina Marder, Derek Cianfrance
- Box office
- $517K
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Sound of Metal: quick answers
Is Sound of Metal worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 3,012 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sound of Metal?
Sound of Metal runs 121 minutes (2h 1m).
Does Sound of Metal have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sound of Metal. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sound of Metal parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Sound of Metal is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Sound of Metal on?
Sound of Metal is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sound of Metal?
If you liked Sound of Metal, try Crossroads, Whiplash, Taurus.
Who directed Sound of Metal?
Sound of Metal (2020) was directed by Darius Marder and stars Riz Ahmed, Olivia Cooke, Paul Raci.