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How to Watch ‘Napoleon’ Starring Joaquin Phoenix for Free on Apple TV, Fire TV, Roku & Mobile

A still from Ridley Scott's "Napoleon" of Joaquin Phoenix dressed in military costume as Napoleon Bonaparte on horseback. He is commanding a large battalion of infantrymen with their bayonets in guard position.

Following its global theatrical run and seven combined Academy and BAFTA Award nominations, Ridley Scott’s historical epic “Napoleon” makes its streaming debut on Apple TV+. Starring Joaquin Phoenix as the eponymous French emperor and military leader, the action-filled drama looks at Bonaparte’s life from his origins to his ruthless climb to emperor, through the lens of his volatile relationship with his wife Josephine (Vanessa Kirby). “Napoleon” will become available to stream globally on Apple TV+ beginning Friday, March 1. You can watch with a 7-Day Free Trial of Apple TV+.

How to Watch 'Napoleon' Starring Joaquin Phoenix

About 'Napoleon' Starring Joaquin Phoenix

Directed by Ridley Scott from a screenplay by David Scarpa, the 2023 historical epic action-drama “Napoleon” stars Joaquin Phoenix as the title Napoleon Bonaparte, the French emperor, military leader, and exile. Primarily depicting his rise to power alongside his relationship with his wife Josephine (played by Vanessa Kirby), the film follows Bonaparte’s origins, his swift and ruthless climb to emperor, his volatile and addictive relationship with Josephine, and his famous battles until his eventual exile in Saint Helena after his retreat at the Battle of Waterloo and his death in 1821.

In addition to Phoenix and Kirby, “Napoleon” also stars Tahar Rahim, Rupert Everett, Ben Miles, Ludivine Sagnier, Matthew Needham, John Hollingworth, Youssef Kerkour, Sinéad Cusack, Miles Jupp, Paul Rhys, and more.

The film has been nominated for three Academy Awards at this year’s ceremony, including Best Visual Effects, Best Production Design, and Best Costume Design. It was also nominated for four BAFTA Awards: Outstanding British Film of the Year, Best Costume Design, Best Makeup & Hair, and Best Special Visual Effects.

Can you watch 'Napoleon' Starring Joaquin Phoenix for free?

Apple TV+ offers a 7-Day Free Trial. With your free trial, you can watch ‘Napoleon’ Starring Joaquin Phoenix on Apple TV+.

What devices can you use to stream 'Napoleon' Starring Joaquin Phoenix?

You can watch Apple TV+ using Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Windows, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.

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Ashley cut the cord in 2012 and is a fan of the New York Yankees, FC Bayern Munich, and (for balance) the Buffalo Sabres. She currently streams using a Fire TV Stick 4K Max, and her favorites to stream include "Blazing Saddles," "Six Feet Under," and "Taskmaster."

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