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Attica

5.719801h 37mPG-13MovieDramaHistoryTV Movie

Acclaimed dramatization recreating the incidents surrounding the 1971 revolt in New York's Attica State Prison that lasted for 23 days and resulted in the greatest casualty toll between Americans since the Civil War.

DirectorMarvin J. Chomsky
WriterJames S. Henerson
ProducerLouis Rudolph

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Cast · Directed by Marvin J. Chomsky

HDHenry Darrow
Henry Darrow
Herman Badillo
CDCharles Durning
Charles Durning
Commissioner Russell Oswald
JFJoel Fabiani
Joel Fabiani
Sen. Gordon Conners
MFMorgan Freeman
Morgan Freeman
Hap Richards
GGGeorge Grizzard
George Grizzard
Tom Wicker
DHDavid Harris
David Harris
T.J.
RMRoger E. Mosley
Roger E. Mosley
Frank Green
AS
Arlen Dean Snyder
Superintendent Vince Mancusi
GTGlynn Turman
Glynn Turman
Raymond Franklin
AZAnthony Zerbe
Anthony Zerbe
William Kunstler
ADAndrew Duncan
Andrew Duncan
Lt. John Driscoll
WF
William Flatley
Carl Dudley

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Attica — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Attica?

Attica isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Attica on Netflix?

No, Attica is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Attica on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Attica isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Attica for free?

Attica isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Attica?

Attica hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 20, 1980. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.

Is Attica based on a true story?

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