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The Act of Reading

6.020211h 27mNRMovieDocumentary

A retired high school English teacher is confronted by a former student who failed her class 15 years prior. He then involves her in a feature-length presentation on Moby-Dick and the science of reading.

DirectorMark Blumberg
ProducerAlissa Blumberg

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Mark Blumberg

PB
Peter Bergman
AB
Alissa Blumberg
KB
Kristofer Blumberg
MB
Mark Blumberg

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The Act of Reading — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Act of Reading?

The Act of Reading is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Act of Reading on Netflix?

No, The Act of Reading is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla.

Is The Act of Reading on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Act of Reading for free?

The Act of Reading is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Australia.