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Being Heumann

20262h 7mMovieDramaHistory

Scrappy, defiant, and done being treated like a burden, Judy Heumann turns her outrage into a revolution. In 1977, she and more than 100 disability rights protestors send a very loud message: The system is broken—not us.

DirectorSian Heder
WritersRebekah Taussig·Sian Heder
ProducersJohn W. Beach·David Permut

Where to watch

Coming to Canada
November 12, 2026

Being Heumann premieres on Apple TV in Canada.

Watch on Apple TV

Cast · Directed by Sian Heder

RMRuth Madeley
Ruth Madeley
Judith 'Judy' Heumann
MRMark Ruffalo
Mark Ruffalo
Joseph Califano
DODylan O'Brien
Dylan O'Brien
Evan White
MD
Madeline Delp
Kitty Cone
RDRob Delaney
Rob Delaney
Congressman Miller
RFRay Fisher
Ray Fisher
Chuck Jackson
MTMichael Patrick Thornton
Michael Patrick Thornton
Ed Roberts
AT
Antwan Tolliver
Brad Lomax
DDDaniel Durant
Daniel Durant
Steve McCleeland
JBJon Beavers
Jon Beavers
Jim Pechin
RCRoberta Colindrez
Roberta Colindrez
Joni Breves
SR
Siena Rafter
Lynette

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Being Heumann — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Being Heumann?

Being Heumann isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Being Heumann on Netflix?

No, Being Heumann is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Being Heumann on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Being Heumann for free?

Being Heumann 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 Being Heumann?

Being Heumann premieres on Apple TV in Canada on November 12, 2026.

Is Being Heumann based on a true story?

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