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Matewan

7.419872h 12mPG-13MovieDramaHistory

Filmed in the coal country of West Virginia, "Matewan" celebrates labor organizing in the context of a 1920s work stoppage. Union organizer, Joe Kenehan, a scab named "Few Clothes" Johnson and a sympathetic mayor and police chief…

DirectorJohn Sayles
WriterJohn Sayles
ProducersAmir Jacob Malin·Mark Balsam

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Cast · Directed by John Sayles

CCChris Cooper
Chris Cooper
Joe Kenehan
JJJames Earl Jones
James Earl Jones
'Few Clothes' Johnson
MMMary McDonnell
Mary McDonnell
Elma Radnor
WOWill Oldham
Will Oldham
Danny Radnor
DSDavid Strathairn
David Strathairn
Police Chief Sid Hatfield
KJKen Jenkins
Ken Jenkins
Sephus Purcell
KTKevin Tighe
Kevin Tighe
Bill Hickey
GCGordon Clapp
Gordon Clapp
Tom Griggs
BGBob Gunton
Bob Gunton
C.E. Lively
JAJace Alexander
Jace Alexander
Hilllard Elkins
JGJoe Grifasi
Joe Grifasi
Fausto
NMNancy Mette
Nancy Mette
Bridey Mae Tolliver

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Matewan — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Matewan?

Matewan is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Matewan on Netflix?

No, Matewan is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is Matewan on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Matewan is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Matewan for free?

Matewan is available on Amazon Prime Video in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Matewan based on a true story?

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