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Breakthrough

6.920191h 30mMovieDocumentary

Breakthrough tells the story of a renegade scientist’s quest to find a cure for cancer, the disease that killed his mother. Texan Jim Allison is a 2018 Nobel Prize winner for discovering how to prompt a cancer patient’s own immune system…

DirectorBill Haney
WriterBill Haney
ProducerJennifer Pearce

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Bill Haney

WHWoody Harrelson
Woody Harrelson
Narrator (voice)
JA
Jim Allison
Self

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Breakthrough — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Breakthrough?

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

Is Breakthrough on Netflix?

No, Breakthrough is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on DocPlay and Hoopla.

Is Breakthrough on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Breakthrough for free?

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