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Sidney

6.920221h 52mPGMovieDocumentary

This revealing documentary honors the legendary Sidney Poitier—iconic actor, filmmaker, and civil rights activist. Featuring interviews with Denzel Washington, Spike Lee, Halle Berry, and more.

DirectorReginald Hudlin
WriterJesse James Miller
ProducersReginald Hudlin·Oprah Winfrey

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Apple TVApple TVApple TV Amazon ChannelApple TV Amazon Channel
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Reginald Hudlin

SPSidney Poitier
Sidney Poitier
Self
HBHarry Belafonte
Harry Belafonte
Self
HBHalle Berry
Halle Berry
Self
NGNelson George
Nelson George
Self
LJLouis Gossett Jr.
Louis Gossett Jr.
Self
AG
Aram Goudsouzian
Self
KHKatharine Houghton
Katharine Houghton
Self
QJQuincy Jones
Quincy Jones
Self
LKLenny Kravitz
Lenny Kravitz
Self
SLSpike Lee
Spike Lee
Self
LLulu
Lulu
Self
JSJoanna Shimkus
Joanna Shimkus
Self

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Sidney — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Sidney?

Sidney is streaming on Apple TV in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Sidney on Netflix?

No, Sidney is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on Apple TV.

Is Sidney on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Sidney isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Apple TV instead.

Where can I watch Sidney for free?

Sidney is available on Apple TV in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.