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Altman

6.620141h 35m18AMovieDocumentary

Robert Altman's life and career contained multitudes. This father of American independent cinema left an indelible mark, not merely on the evolution of his art form, but also on the western zeitgeist. With its use of rare interviews,…

DirectorRon Mann
WriterLen Blum

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Cast · Directed by Ron Mann

RARobert Altman
Robert Altman
Self (archive footage)
MMMichael Murphy
Michael Murphy
Self
KAKathryn Reed Altman
Kathryn Reed Altman
Self
SKSally Kellerman
Sally Kellerman
Self
JCJames Caan
James Caan
Self
EGElliott Gould
Elliott Gould
Self
MA
Matthew Reed Altman
Self (voice)
SA
Stephen Altman
Self (voice)
KCKeith Carradine
Keith Carradine
Self
LTLily Tomlin
Lily Tomlin
Self
RWRobin Williams
Robin Williams
Self
CA
Christine Altman
Self (voice)

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Altman — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Altman?

Altman is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla and Knowledge Network in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Altman on Netflix?

No, Altman is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla.

Is Altman on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Altman for free?

Altman is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Knowledge Network in Canada.

Is Altman based on a true story?

Yes — Altman is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).