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I Am Michael

5.520151h 38mMovieDrama

The controversial true story of a gay activist who rejects his homosexuality and becomes a Christian pastor.

DirectorJustin Kelly
WritersStacey Miller·Justin Kelly
ProducersJames Franco·Gus Van Sant

Where to watch

BeamafilmBeamafilm
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Justin Kelly

JFJames Franco
James Franco
Michael Glatze
ZQZachary Quinto
Zachary Quinto
Bennett
EREmma Roberts
Emma Roberts
Rebekah Fuller
DHDaryl Hannah
Daryl Hannah
Deborah
LWLesley Ann Warren
Lesley Ann Warren
Susan
AJAvan Jogia
Avan Jogia
Nico
CCCharlie Carver
Charlie Carver
Tyler
DGDevon Graye
Devon Graye
Cory
ETEvie Thompson
Evie Thompson
Nicole
LRLeven Rambin
Leven Rambin
Catherine
AOAhna O'Reilly
Ahna O'Reilly
Actress
JMJefferson Mays
Jefferson Mays
Preacher Teacher

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I Am Michael — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams I Am Michael?

I Am Michael is streaming on Beamafilm in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is I Am Michael on Netflix?

No, I Am Michael is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on Beamafilm.

Is I Am Michael on Amazon Prime Video?

No, I Am Michael isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Beamafilm instead.

Where can I watch I Am Michael for free?

I Am Michael is available on Beamafilm in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is I Am Michael based on a true story?

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