Palmer (2021)
A former convict finds unexpected family with an outcast boy, but his past threatens their fragile new life.
After 12 years in prison, former high school football star Eddie Palmer returns home to put his life back together—and forms an unlikely bond with Sam, an outcast boy from a troubled home. But Eddie's past threatens to ruin his new life and family.
How intense is Palmer?
Palmer has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a comfort watch. Rated R.
What Palmer feels like
- Tone
- melancholyearnestheartwarminggritty
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionComfort watch
Where to stream Palmer
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Palmer for you?
Is Palmer scary?
No. Palmer is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Palmer gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Palmer sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Palmer OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3.
How long is Palmer?
Palmer runs 1h 50m.
Where can I stream Palmer?
Palmer is streaming on Apple TV+.
Does Palmer have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
Cast and crew
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