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California Typewriter

6.920171h 43mMovieDocumentary

A story about people whose lives are connected by typewriters. A meditation on creativity and technology featuring Tom Hanks, John Mayer, Sam Shepard, David McCullough and others.

DirectorDoug Nichol
ProducersJames Redford·John Benet

Where to watch

Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Doug Nichol

THTom Hanks
Tom Hanks
Self
SSSam Shepard
Sam Shepard
Self
DMDavid McCullough
David McCullough
Self
JMJohn Mayer
John Mayer
Self
SA
Silvi Alcivar
Self
KA
Ken Alexander
Self
MH
Martin Howard
Self
JM
Jeremy Mayer
Self
HP
Herbert Permillion
Self
RP
Richard Polt
Self
DW
Darren Wershler
Self
MW
Mason Williams
Self

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California Typewriter — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams California Typewriter?

California Typewriter isn't on any subscription service in Australia right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Fetch TV. It's not on Netflix.

Is California Typewriter on Netflix?

No, California Typewriter is not on Netflix in Australia as of November 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Fetch TV.

Is California Typewriter on Amazon Prime Video?

No, California Typewriter isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch California Typewriter for free?

California Typewriter isn't available free in Australia; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Fetch TV.