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Altman

6.620141h 35mMovieDocumentary

Robert Altman's life and career contained multitudes. This father of American independent cinema left an indelible mark, not merely on the evolution of his art form, but also on the western zeitgeist. With its use of rare interviews,…

DirectorRon Mann
WriterLen Blum

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ron Mann

RARobert Altman
Robert Altman
Self (archive footage)
MMMichael Murphy
Michael Murphy
Self
KAKathryn Reed Altman
Kathryn Reed Altman
Self
SKSally Kellerman
Sally Kellerman
Self
JCJames Caan
James Caan
Self
EGElliott Gould
Elliott Gould
Self
MA
Matthew Reed Altman
Self (voice)
SA
Stephen Altman
Self (voice)
KCKeith Carradine
Keith Carradine
Self
LTLily Tomlin
Lily Tomlin
Self
RWRobin Williams
Robin Williams
Self
CA
Christine Altman
Self (voice)

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Altman — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Altman?

Altman is streaming on Hoopla in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Altman on Netflix?

No, Altman is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is Altman on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Altman isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Altman for free?

Altman is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Australia.

Is Altman based on a true story?

Yes — Altman is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).