Jasper Jones

Right now you can watch Jasper Jones in the US on Kanopy and Hoopla, and in the UK on Amazon Prime Video — and it holds up to as much attention as you give it. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. A 6/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Levi Miller anchors it with a performance that rewards close attention. Available now on Kanopy — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Jasper Jones earns its spot. Jasper Jones trusts its audience to sit with discomfort instead of resolving it too quickly. Fourteen-year-old Charlie's life changes when Jasper takes his help to dispose of the body of his girlfriend, Laura. He decides to look for the murderer and falls in love with Laura's younger sister. Levi Miller and Aaron L. McGrath lead a cast doing genuinely serious work here. It was released in 2017. What elevates Jasper Jones is a refusal to let any character off the hook too easily. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

Drama fans who appreciate slow-burn storytelling will feel right at home with Jasper Jones. If you have run out of similar titles to watch, this is a strong next pick. Short enough to finish in one sitting, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Levi Miller anchors a cast that never overplays its hand. The kind of drama that stays with you well after the finale.

Jasper Jones was released in 2017, directed by Rachel Perkins. The full 105-minute film is available to watch now. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.