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1Repair Windows errors before they cause bigger problems2Fix the driver behind crashes, sound loss and screen glitches3Clear out junk files and repair common Windows errorsCrescent City is a 2024 crime thriller about a serial killer in a small town, where local authorities become suspects and a detective is troubled by his past. In the United States, it is listed as free with ads on Tubi or available to rent or buy digitally. Availability can change, so check the service’s current listing before watching.
What is Crescent City about?
The film follows a small-town investigation into a series of brutal murders. As suspicion reaches local law enforcement, a detective’s troubled past complicates the case. Despite its title, the film is not described by its official listings as a story set in New Orleans.
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Sony’s official synopsis describes a town where everyone may be a suspect, including local police officers: Sony Pictures Japan. Rotten Tomatoes categorizes the film as crime, drama, mystery/thriller, and horror: Rotten Tomatoes.
Cast, director, and release
The central cast includes Terrence Howard, Alec Baldwin, Esai Morales, Nicky Whelan, Dani Druz, and Michael Sirow. The director’s name appears as R.J. Collins on Sony’s Australian page and Apple TV, while Sony’s Japanese page lists Raja Collins. The spelling varies by listing.
#1 Best Overall
US listings give August 16, 2024, as the date for a limited theatrical release and streaming availability. Sony’s Japan page lists a January 31, 2025 download date and also includes separate promotional copy referring to March 5, 2025; those are Japan-specific listing details, not the US release date. See Sony Pictures, Sony Pictures Japan, and Apple TV.
Where to watch Crescent City in the US
US availability checked September 30, 2026, shows one free, ad-supported option and several paid digital storefronts. Listings are subject to change, and availability may differ outside the United States.
Rank #2
| Viewing route | Services listed | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Free streaming with ads | Tubi | No rental or purchase charge shown in the availability listing; the service is ad-supported. |
| Digital rental or purchase | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home | Paid options; check each store for current price and rental or purchase terms. |
JustWatch tracks the US listings at its Crescent City availability page. Amazon Prime Video also displays UHD rent-or-buy options on its listing: Amazon Prime Video. Neither the listed services nor prices should be assumed to remain the same; confirm the title and terms in your region before paying.
Runtime and rating
Runtime varies by listing: Apple TV gives 1 hour 42 minutes, while Rotten Tomatoes and Tubi give 1 hour 43 minutes. Apple TV and Rotten Tomatoes list the film as R-rated, with descriptors including violence or grisly images, language, and sexual content. Check the platform’s rating details for the version and territory you plan to watch.
Rank #3
- Blu-ray
What critics say
Rotten Tomatoes showed a 14% Tomatometer based on 14 critic reviews in the page snapshot checked in 2026. That score can change as reviews are added or the page updates. The listed review excerpts include criticism of the film’s plotting and pacing. Consult the current Rotten Tomatoes page for its latest score and review count.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Is there a DVD or Blu-ray?
No DVD, Blu-ray, or 4K Blu-ray edition is confirmed by the available listings. Releases.com marks those formats as “To be announced,” which does not establish that a disc release exists or will arrive. The confirmed viewing routes above are digital streaming, rental, and purchase. This film is also unrelated to Sarah J. Maas’s Crescent City fantasy book series.
Quick Recap
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