Zachary Levi stars in Sarah’s Oil, a biographical drama based on the remarkable true story of Sarah Rector. The film, which garnered a 98% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, is set to release on Prime Video on April 15th.

Delayed Release and Streaming Debut

Sarah’s Oil initially premiered in theaters in November 2025. While receiving generally positive reviews, the film didn’t perform strongly at the box office, earning $12 million worldwide against a $18 million budget. Now, four months after its theatrical release, the film will be available for streaming to a wider audience on Amazon Prime Video.

Prime Video’s April Lineup

Sarah’s Oil is one of several titles joining Prime Video’s catalog this month. Other additions include Crime 101 (April 1), Weapons (April 5), the fifth season of The Boys (April 8), Balls Up (April 15), and the first season of American Gladiators (April 17). Further releases include Vengeance and The Running Man (April 17), Kevin (April 20), The Conjuring: Last Rites (April 21), and The House of Spirits (April 29).

The Story of Sarah Rector

Sarah’s Oil tells the inspiring true story of Sarah Rector, a young African American girl born in Oklahoma in the early 1900s. She inherited oil-rich land and faced challenges from those seeking to exploit her wealth. The film depicts her fight to maintain control of her fortune and her eventual rise to becoming one of the country’s first female African American millionaires by the age of 11.

Cast and Crew

The film features a strong cast including Naya Desir-Johnson as Sarah Rector, alongside Zachary Levi, Sonequa Martin-Green, Garret Dillahunt, Kenric Green, Mel Rodriguez, Ryan O’Quinn, Adyan Copes, Bridget Regan, Stelio Savante, Marco Fuller, and Jonathan Lipnicki. Cyrus Nowrasteh directed the film, based on a screenplay by Betsy Giffen and Cyrus Nowrasteh. The script was inspired by Tonya Bolden’s 2014 book, Searching for Sarah Rector: The Richest Black Girl in America.

Critical and Audience Reception

Sarah’s Oil has been well-received, earning an 85% score on Rotten Tomatoes from critics, who praised its moving portrayal of Sarah Rector’s resilience and determination. The film particularly resonated with audiences, achieving a remarkable 98% audience score. Its release on Prime Video is expected to significantly expand its viewership.

Sarah’s Oil runs for 103 minutes and is rated PG.