The acclaimed 2006 film "Once," which earned an Academy Award for its original song "Falling Slowly," is accessible for streaming and digital purchase following the death of its star, Irish musician Glen Hansard. Hansard died Tuesday in a motorcycle accident in Lucan, west of Dublin, Ireland. He was 56.
"Once," written and directed by John Carney, features Hansard as a Dublin busker who connects with a young Czech immigrant, played by Markéta Irglová. Their shared passion for music forms the basis of the film's narrative. Hansard and Irglová also penned the original songs for the movie, including "Falling Slowly," which won the Oscar for Best Original Song at the 80th Academy Awards in 2008.
The film's success led to a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical adaptation in 2011.
"Once" is currently available on BroadwayHD, a streaming service specializing in filmed stage productions and musicals. The service costs $19.99 per month or $199.99 annually. A seven-day free trial is available through Amazon Prime.
Alternatively, the film can be rented or purchased on digital platforms such as Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and Fandango AtHome. Rental prices typically start at $3.99, with purchase options around $4.99, though prices may vary by platform. Rented films generally provide a 48-hour viewing window after playback begins.