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The Story of Film: A New Generation

7.420212h 47mMovieDocumentary

The final chapter of his exceptional 15-part documentary exploring the history of cinema, The Story of Film: An Odyssey. Mark Cousins builds a bridge between the “before” of the health crisis, and the “after”.

DirectorMark Cousins

WriterMark Cousins

ProducerJohn Archer

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DocPlay

DocPlay Amazon Channel

Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Mark Cousins

Mark Cousins

Narrator

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The Story of Film: A New Generation — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Story of Film: A New Generation?

The Story of Film: A New Generation is streaming on DocPlay in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Story of Film: A New Generation on Netflix?

No, The Story of Film: A New Generation is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on DocPlay.

Is The Story of Film: A New Generation on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Story of Film: A New Generation isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on DocPlay instead.

Where can I watch The Story of Film: A New Generation for free?

The Story of Film: A New Generation is available on DocPlay in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.