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And the Band Played On

6.419932h 20mMovieDramaTV Movie

The story of the discovery of the AIDS epidemic and the political infighting of the scientific community hampering the early fight with it.

DirectorRoger Spottiswoode
ProducersSarah Pillsbury·Aaron Spelling

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Cast · Directed by Roger Spottiswoode

MMMatthew Modine
Matthew Modine
Dr. Don Francis
AAAlan Alda
Alan Alda
Dr. Robert Gallo
PBPatrick Bauchau
Patrick Bauchau
Dr. Luc Montagnier
NBNathalie Baye
Nathalie Baye
Dr. Françoise Barre
CCChristian Clemenson
Christian Clemenson
Dr. Dale Lawrence
DCDavid Clennon
David Clennon
Mr. Johnstone
PCPhil Collins
Phil Collins
Eddi Papasano
BCBud Cort
Bud Cort
Antique Shop Owner
ACAlex Courtney
Alex Courtney
Dr. Mika Popovic
DDDavid Dukes
David Dukes
Dr. Mervyn Silverman
RGRichard Gere
Richard Gere
The Choreographer
DGDavid Marshall Grant
David Marshall Grant
Dennis Seeley

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And the Band Played On — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams And the Band Played On?

And the Band Played On is streaming on Crave in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is And the Band Played On on Netflix?

No, And the Band Played On is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Crave.

Is And the Band Played On on Amazon Prime Video?

No, And the Band Played On isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Crave instead.

Where can I watch And the Band Played On for free?

And the Band Played On is available on Crave in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.