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Special People

10.019841h 37mMovieDramaTV Movie

Brooke Adams is the real-life Diane Dupuy, the Canadian woman whose vision and drive molded a group of developmentally-challenged young adults into the Famous People Players, a professional puppet troupe that has become world-renowned,…

DirectorMarc Daniels
WriterCorey Blechman
ProducersBruce Raymond·Joseph Cates

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Cast · Directed by Marc Daniels

BABrooke Adams
Brooke Adams
Diane Dupuy
SRSusan Roman
Susan Roman
Annie
SC
Sandra Ciccone
Self
LDLesleh Donaldson
Lesleh Donaldson
Robin
BD
Benny D'Onofrio
Self
AG
Albert Gentile
Self
RJRon James
Ron James
Doug
JKJoseph Kell
Joseph Kell
Tom Gorton
GK
Greg Kozak
Self
RM
Renato Marulli
Self
IMIsabelle Mejias
Isabelle Mejias
Julie
GM
Glenn Milligan
Self

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Special People — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Special People?

Special People isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is Special People on Netflix?

No, Special People is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Special People on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Special People isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch Special People for free?

Special People isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Special People?

Special People hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around October 30, 1984. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.