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A Necessary Death

4.620081h 41mMovieDramaThriller

"Documentary Filmmaker looking for suicidal individual to follow from first preparation to final act." Cut from 142 video tapes, this project sheds light on the tragedy following the infamous Internet ad.

DirectorDaniel Stamm
WriterDaniel Stamm
ProducersBrian Udovich·Namarata Tandon

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Cast · Directed by Daniel Stamm

GEG.J. Echternkamp
G.J. Echternkamp
Gilbert
MT
Matthew Tilley
Matt
VH
Valerie Hurt
Valerie
MTMichael Traynor
Michael Traynor
Michael
KPKonima Parkinson-Jones
Konima Parkinson-Jones
Konima
SI
Shelley Isaacs
Grieving Mother
TM
Thomas Moses
Cliff Bookends
PSPamela Salem
Pamela Salem
Matt's Mother
DUDoris Jung Usui
Doris Jung Usui
Suicidal Wife

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A Necessary Death — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A Necessary Death?

A Necessary Death is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Plex in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is A Necessary Death on Netflix?

No, A Necessary Death is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Plex.

Is A Necessary Death on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — A Necessary Death is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch A Necessary Death for free?

A Necessary Death is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in Canada.